2007 BMW 330 vs. 1999 Lincoln LS
To start off, 2007 BMW 330 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Lincoln LS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Lincoln LS would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 330 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1999 Lincoln LS. (211 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1999 Lincoln LS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lincoln LS weights approximately 127 kg more than 2007 BMW 330.
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, 2007 BMW 330 (300 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Lincoln LS. (278 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Lincoln LS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 330 | 1999 Lincoln LS | |
| Make | BMW | Lincoln |
| Model | 330 | LS |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 219 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1652 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2990 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 68 L |
