2007 BMW 335 vs. 1994 Lincoln Mark VIII
To start off, 2007 BMW 335 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Lincoln Mark VIII. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Lincoln Mark VIII would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Lincoln Mark VIII is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1994 Lincoln Mark VIII. (280 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1994 Lincoln Mark VIII.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 335 (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Lincoln Mark VIII. (386 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Lincoln Mark VIII. 1994 Lincoln Mark VIII has automatic transmission and 2007 BMW 335 has manual transmission. 2007 BMW 335 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Lincoln Mark VIII will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 335 | 1994 Lincoln Mark VIII | |
| Make | BMW | Lincoln |
| Model | 335 | Mark VIII |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 386 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5255 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1361 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2870 mm |
