2008 BMW 650 vs. 2002 Lincoln LS
To start off, 2008 BMW 650 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Lincoln LS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Lincoln LS would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 BMW 650 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 650 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 2002 Lincoln LS. (208 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 2002 Lincoln LS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Lincoln LS weights approximately 47 kg more than 2008 BMW 650.
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, 2008 BMW 650 (488 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Lincoln LS. (278 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Lincoln LS.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 650 | 2002 Lincoln LS | |
Make | BMW | Lincoln |
Model | 650 | LS |
Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 2966 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 360 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 278 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1687 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2910 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |