2005 BMW 748 vs. 2013 Lincoln MKS
To start off, 2013 Lincoln MKS is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 748. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 748 would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 BMW 748 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 748 (362 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2013 Lincoln MKS. (301 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 748 should accelerate faster than 2013 Lincoln MKS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Lincoln MKS weights approximately 6 kg more than 2005 BMW 748.
Because 2005 BMW 748 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 BMW 748. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Lincoln MKS, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 748 (500 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Lincoln MKS. (380 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 748 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Lincoln MKS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 748 | 2013 Lincoln MKS | |
| Make | BMW | Lincoln |
| Model | 748 | MKS |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1916 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5222 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2172 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1565 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2868 mm |
