2005 BMW 525 vs. 1989 Lincoln Mark VII
To start off, 2005 BMW 525 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Lincoln Mark VII. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Lincoln Mark VII would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Lincoln Mark VII is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 525 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1989 Lincoln Mark VII. (138 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1989 Lincoln Mark VII. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 525 weights approximately 36 kg more than 1989 Lincoln Mark VII. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 BMW 525 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Lincoln Mark VII. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 BMW 525 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1989 Lincoln Mark VII (346 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 525. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1989 Lincoln Mark VII will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 525 | 1989 Lincoln Mark VII | |
| Make | BMW | Lincoln |
| Model | 525 | Mark VII |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 346 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1686 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2760 mm |
