2004 Lincoln LS vs. 2012 BMW 640
To start off, 2012 BMW 640 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Lincoln LS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Lincoln LS would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 640 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 640 (311 HP) has 79 more horse power than 2004 Lincoln LS. (232 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 640 should accelerate faster than 2004 Lincoln LS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 640 weights approximately 103 kg more than 2004 Lincoln LS. 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, 2012 BMW 640 (630 Nm) has 332 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Lincoln LS. (298 Nm). This means 2012 BMW 640 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Lincoln LS.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Lincoln LS | 2012 BMW 640 | |
Make | Lincoln | BMW |
Model | LS | 640 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2966 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 232 HP | 311 HP |
Torque | 298 Nm | 630 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 84 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1687 kg | 1790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4894 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1894 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1369 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2855 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.2 L/100km | 4.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.9 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.8 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |