2008 BMW 740 vs. 2012 Lincoln Navigator
To start off, 2012 Lincoln Navigator is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW 740. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW 740 would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Lincoln Navigator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lincoln Navigator (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2008 BMW 740. (303 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lincoln Navigator should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 740. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lincoln Navigator weights approximately 797 kg more than 2008 BMW 740. 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, 2012 Lincoln Navigator (494 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 740. (390 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Lincoln Navigator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 740.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 740 | 2012 Lincoln Navigator | |
Make | BMW | Lincoln |
Model | 740 | Navigator |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4000 cc | 5400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 303 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 390 Nm | 494 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 2742 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5672 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2002 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1984 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 3327 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 127 L |