2006 BMW 530 vs. 2003 Lincoln LS
To start off, 2006 BMW 530 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Lincoln LS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Lincoln LS would be higher. At 3,934 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Lincoln LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Lincoln LS (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2006 BMW 530. (255 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Lincoln LS should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 530 weights approximately 40 kg more than 2003 Lincoln LS.
Because 2006 BMW 530 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Lincoln LS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 BMW 530 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, 2003 Lincoln LS (388 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 530. (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2003 Lincoln LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 530.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 530 | 2003 Lincoln LS | |
| Make | BMW | Lincoln |
| Model | 530 | LS |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 3934 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 388 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |
