2005 BMW 750 vs. 2012 Lincoln MKX
To start off, 2012 Lincoln MKX is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 750 would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 750 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2012 Lincoln MKX. (305 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 2012 Lincoln MKX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lincoln MKX weights approximately 11 kg more than 2005 BMW 750.
Because 2005 BMW 750 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 750. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Lincoln MKX, 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 750 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Lincoln MKX. (379 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Lincoln MKX.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 750 | 2012 Lincoln MKX | |
Make | BMW | Lincoln |
Model | 750 | MKX |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
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 | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 379 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1921 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4742 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1709 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2824 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.5 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 17 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 68 L |