2007 BMW 325 vs. 2001 Lincoln LS
To start off, 2007 BMW 325 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 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Lincoln LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2001 Lincoln LS. (210 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2001 Lincoln LS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Lincoln LS weights approximately 267 kg more than 2007 BMW 325.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Lincoln LS (278 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 325. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2001 Lincoln LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 325 | 2001 Lincoln LS | |
Make | BMW | Lincoln |
Model | 325 | LS |
Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2966 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 278 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.8 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1687 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2910 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 68 L |