2007 BMW 323 vs. 2008 Lincoln Mark LT
To start off, 2008 Lincoln Mark LT is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 323 would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Lincoln Mark LT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Lincoln Mark LT (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 2007 BMW 323. (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lincoln Mark LT should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Lincoln Mark LT weights approximately 864 kg more than 2007 BMW 323. 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, 2008 Lincoln Mark LT (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 323. (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Lincoln Mark LT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 323. 2008 Lincoln Mark LT has automatic transmission and 2007 BMW 323 has manual transmission. 2007 BMW 323 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Lincoln Mark LT will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 323 | 2008 Lincoln Mark LT | |
| Make | BMW | Lincoln |
| Model | 323 | Mark LT |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.8 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 106 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1494 kg | 2358 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 114 L |
