2005 Lincoln LS vs. 2012 BMW 335
To start off, 2012 BMW 335 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Lincoln LS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Lincoln LS would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 335 (300 HP) has 68 more horse power than 2005 Lincoln LS. (232 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2005 Lincoln LS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lincoln LS weights approximately 62 kg more than 2012 BMW 335.
Because 2012 BMW 335 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Lincoln LS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW 335 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, 2012 BMW 335 (406 Nm) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lincoln LS. (299 Nm). This means 2012 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lincoln LS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lincoln LS | 2012 BMW 335 | |
| Make | Lincoln | BMW |
| Model | LS | 335 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 300 HP |
| Torque | 299 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 89.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1687 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4624 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1783 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1394 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 57 L |
