2008 BMW 760 vs. 2006 Lincoln LS
To start off, 2008 BMW 760 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Lincoln LS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Lincoln LS would be higher. At 5,972 cc (12 cylinders), 2008 BMW 760 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 760 (440 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 2006 Lincoln LS. (239 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 760 should accelerate faster than 2006 Lincoln LS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 760 weights approximately 394 kg more than 2006 Lincoln LS. 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, 2008 BMW 760 (600 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Lincoln LS. (388 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 760 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Lincoln LS.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 760 | 2006 Lincoln LS | |
Make | BMW | Lincoln |
Model | 760 | LS |
Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5972 cc | 4604 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 440 HP | 239 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 600 Nm | 388 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2105 kg | 1711 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2910 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 85 L |