2005 BMW 740 vs. 1978 Lincoln Mark VI
To start off, 2005 BMW 740 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Lincoln Mark VI. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Lincoln Mark VI would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Lincoln Mark VI is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 740 (328 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 1978 Lincoln Mark VI. (139 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 1978 Lincoln Mark VI. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 740 weights approximately 115 kg more than 1978 Lincoln Mark VI. 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 740 (390 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Lincoln Mark VI. (359 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Lincoln Mark VI.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 740 | 1978 Lincoln Mark VI | |
Make | BMW | Lincoln |
Model | 740 | Mark VI |
Year Released | 2005 | 1978 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4000 cc | 5733 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 328 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 390 Nm | 359 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1935 kg | 1820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 5570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2910 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 68 L |