2005 BMW 545 vs. 2003 Lincoln LS
To start off, 2005 BMW 545 is newer by 2 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 4,390 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 BMW 545 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 545 (326 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2003 Lincoln LS. (229 HP @ 6750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 545 should accelerate faster than 2003 Lincoln LS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Lincoln LS weights approximately 20 kg more than 2005 BMW 545.
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 545 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Lincoln LS. (298 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 545 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Lincoln LS. 2003 Lincoln LS has automatic transmission and 2005 BMW 545 has manual transmission. 2005 BMW 545 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Lincoln LS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 545 | 2003 Lincoln LS | |
| Make | BMW | Lincoln |
| Model | 545 | LS |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4390 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 326 HP | 229 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6750 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1665 kg | 1685 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |
