2004 BMW 318 vs. 2003 Lincoln LS
To start off, 2004 BMW 318 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Lincoln LS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Lincoln LS would be higher. At 3,934 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Lincoln LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Lincoln LS (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 2004 BMW 318. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Lincoln LS should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Lincoln LS weights approximately 410 kg more than 2004 BMW 318. 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, 2003 Lincoln LS (388 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 318. (180 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2003 Lincoln LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 318 | 2003 Lincoln LS | |
| Make | BMW | Lincoln |
| Model | 318 | LS |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 3934 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 388 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 68 L |
