2007 BMW X5 vs. 1991 Lincoln Town Car
To start off, 2007 BMW X5 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Lincoln Town Car. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Lincoln Town Car would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Lincoln Town Car is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW X5 (316 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1991 Lincoln Town Car. (210 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1991 Lincoln Town Car. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW X5 weights approximately 366 kg more than 1991 Lincoln Town Car. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Lincoln Town Car. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 BMW X5 will offer significantly more control. 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 X5 (440 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Lincoln Town Car. (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Lincoln Town Car.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW X5 | 1991 Lincoln Town Car | |
Make | BMW | Lincoln |
Model | X5 | Town Car |
Year Released | 2007 | 1991 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 4601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 316 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 90.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2196 kg | 1830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2990 mm |