2008 BMW 525 vs. 1999 Lincoln LS
To start off, 2008 BMW 525 is newer by 9 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 3,934 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Lincoln LS is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lincoln LS weights approximately 30 kg more than 2008 BMW 525.
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, 1999 Lincoln LS (361 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 525. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Lincoln LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 525. 2008 BMW 525 has automatic transmission and 1999 Lincoln LS has manual transmission. 1999 Lincoln LS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 BMW 525 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 525 | 1999 Lincoln LS | |
| Make | BMW | Lincoln |
| Model | 525 | LS |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 3934 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 249 HP |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |
