2004 BMW 116 vs. 2004 Lincoln LS
To start off, both 2004 BMW 116 and 2004 Lincoln LS were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,933 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Lincoln LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Lincoln LS (280 HP) has 165 more horse power than 2004 BMW 116. (115 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lincoln LS should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 116. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lincoln LS weights approximately 449 kg more than 2004 BMW 116. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2004 Lincoln LS (388 Nm) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 116. (153 Nm). This means 2004 Lincoln LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 116. 2004 Lincoln LS has automatic transmission and 2004 BMW 116 has manual transmission. 2004 BMW 116 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Lincoln LS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 116 | 2004 Lincoln LS | |
| Make | BMW | Lincoln |
| Model | 116 | LS |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 3933 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 280 HP |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 388 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 85 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1729 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |
