2006 BMW Z4 vs. 1993 Lincoln Mark VIII
To start off, 2006 BMW Z4 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Lincoln Mark VIII. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Lincoln Mark VIII would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Lincoln Mark VIII is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Lincoln Mark VIII (280 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2006 BMW Z4. (255 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Lincoln Mark VIII should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW Z4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Lincoln Mark VIII weights approximately 1922 kg more than 2006 BMW Z4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1993 Lincoln Mark VIII (386 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW Z4. (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1993 Lincoln Mark VIII will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW Z4.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW Z4 | 1993 Lincoln Mark VIII | |
Make | BMW | Lincoln |
Model | Z4 | Mark VIII |
Year Released | 2006 | 1993 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2999 cc | 4601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 280 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 386 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 3757 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 5255 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1895 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1361 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2870 mm |