2004 BMW 325 vs. 1996 Lincoln Mark VIII
To start off, 2004 BMW 325 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Lincoln Mark VIII. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Lincoln Mark VIII would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Lincoln Mark VIII is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Lincoln Mark VIII (280 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2004 BMW 325. (184 HP @ 7250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lincoln Mark VIII should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lincoln Mark VIII weights approximately 2162 kg more than 2004 BMW 325. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Lincoln Mark VIII (386 Nm) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 325. (237 Nm). This means 1996 Lincoln Mark VIII will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 325 | 1996 Lincoln Mark VIII | |
| Make | BMW | Lincoln |
| Model | 325 | Mark VIII |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2490 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 184 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 386 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 90 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 3757 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5265 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1361 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2870 mm |
