2007 BMW 118 vs. 2001 Lincoln LS
To start off, 2007 BMW 118 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Lincoln LS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Lincoln LS would be higher. At 3,950 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Lincoln LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Lincoln LS (252 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 2007 BMW 118. (127 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Lincoln LS should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Lincoln LS weights approximately 445 kg more than 2007 BMW 118. 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, 2001 Lincoln LS (362 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 118. (180 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2001 Lincoln LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 118 | 2001 Lincoln LS | |
| Make | BMW | Lincoln |
| Model | 118 | LS |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 362 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 68 L |
