2008 BMW 120 vs. 2001 Lincoln LS
To start off, 2008 BMW 120 is newer by 7 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 3,950 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Lincoln LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Lincoln LS (252 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2008 BMW 120. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Lincoln LS should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Lincoln LS weights approximately 325 kg more than 2008 BMW 120. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2001 Lincoln LS (362 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 120. (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2001 Lincoln LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 120 | 2001 Lincoln LS | |
| Make | BMW | Lincoln |
| Model | 120 | LS |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 362 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 85 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 68 L |
