2003 BMW 545 vs. 2005 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 2005 Lincoln Continental is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 BMW 545. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 BMW 545 would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW 545 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2005 Lincoln Continental. (217 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW 545 should accelerate faster than 2005 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 45 kg more than 2003 BMW 545.
Because 2003 BMW 545 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2003 BMW 545. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Lincoln Continental, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2003 BMW 545 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lincoln Continental. (372 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2003 BMW 545 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lincoln Continental. 2005 Lincoln Continental has automatic transmission and 2003 BMW 545 has manual transmission. 2003 BMW 545 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Lincoln Continental will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW 545 | 2005 Lincoln Continental | |
| Make | BMW | Lincoln |
| Model | 545 | Continental |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 372 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |
