2007 BMW 325 vs. 2013 Lincoln MKS
To start off, 2013 Lincoln MKS is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 325 would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Lincoln MKS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Lincoln MKS (301 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2007 BMW 325. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Lincoln MKS should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Lincoln MKS weights approximately 396 kg more than 2007 BMW 325. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2013 Lincoln MKS (380 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 325. (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2013 Lincoln MKS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 325 | 2013 Lincoln MKS | |
| Make | BMW | Lincoln |
| Model | 325 | MKS |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.8 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1916 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5222 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 2172 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1565 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2868 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 72 L |
