2005 BMW 530 vs. 1999 Lincoln LS
To start off, 2005 BMW 530 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Lincoln LS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Lincoln LS would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 530 (269 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1999 Lincoln LS. (208 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1999 Lincoln LS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lincoln LS weights approximately 72 kg more than 2005 BMW 530.
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, 2005 BMW 530 (571 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 294 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Lincoln LS. (277 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Lincoln LS. 2005 BMW 530 has automatic transmission and 1999 Lincoln LS has manual transmission. 1999 Lincoln LS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 BMW 530 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 530 | 1999 Lincoln LS | |
| Make | BMW | Lincoln |
| Model | 530 | LS |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 269 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 571 Nm | 277 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1687 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |
