2005 BMW 730 vs. 1999 Lincoln LS

To start off, 2005 BMW 730 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 730 (225 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1999 Lincoln LS. (208 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 1999 Lincoln LS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 730 weights approximately 288 kg more than 1999 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, 2005 BMW 730 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Lincoln LS. (277 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Lincoln LS.

Compare all specifications:

2005 BMW 730 1999 Lincoln LS
Make BMW Lincoln
Model 730 LS
Year Released 2005 1999
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2979 cc 2966 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 225 HP 208 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 6500 RPM
Torque 500 Nm 277 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 4250 RPM
Engine Bore Size 84.1 mm 89 mm
Engine Stroke Size 90 mm 79.5 mm
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1975 kg 1687 kg
Vehicle Length 5050 mm 4930 mm
Vehicle Width 1910 mm 1870 mm
Vehicle Height 1500 mm 1460 mm
Wheelbase Size 2890 mm 2910 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 8.2 L/100km 15.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 88 L 68 L


 

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