2005 BMW 740 vs. 2013 Lincoln MKZ
To start off, 2013 Lincoln MKZ is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 740. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 740 would be higher. At 3,901 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Lincoln MKZ (296 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2005 BMW 740. (255 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Lincoln MKZ should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 740. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 740 weights approximately 350 kg more than 2013 Lincoln MKZ.
Because 2013 Lincoln MKZ is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 BMW 740. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Lincoln MKZ 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, 2005 BMW 740 (600 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Lincoln MKZ. (366 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Lincoln MKZ.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 740 | 2013 Lincoln MKZ | |
| Make | BMW | Lincoln |
| Model | 740 | MKZ |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3901 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 600 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2090 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2116 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1478 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 66 L |
