2006 BMW 745 vs. 2010 Lincoln MKZ
To start off, 2010 Lincoln MKZ is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW 745. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 745 would be higher. At 4,423 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 BMW 745 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 745 (325 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2010 Lincoln MKZ. (263 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 745 should accelerate faster than 2010 Lincoln MKZ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 745 weights approximately 483 kg more than 2010 Lincoln MKZ. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 BMW 745 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 2006 BMW 745. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Lincoln MKZ, 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, 2006 BMW 745 (700 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 363 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Lincoln MKZ. (337 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 745 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Lincoln MKZ.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 745 | 2010 Lincoln MKZ | |
| Make | BMW | Lincoln |
| Model | 745 | MKZ |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4423 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 263 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 337 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2115 kg | 1632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4821 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1834 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1445 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2728 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 66 L |
