2008 Lincoln Mark LT vs. 2002 BMW Z8
To start off, 2008 Lincoln Mark LT is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 BMW Z8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 BMW Z8 would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Lincoln Mark LT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 BMW Z8 (400 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2008 Lincoln Mark LT. (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 BMW Z8 should accelerate faster than 2008 Lincoln Mark LT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Lincoln Mark LT weights approximately 773 kg more than 2002 BMW Z8.
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, 2002 BMW Z8 (500 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Lincoln Mark LT. (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2002 BMW Z8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Lincoln Mark LT. 2008 Lincoln Mark LT has automatic transmission and 2002 BMW Z8 has manual transmission. 2002 BMW Z8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Lincoln Mark LT will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Lincoln Mark LT | 2002 BMW Z8 | |
| Make | Lincoln | BMW |
| Model | Mark LT | Z8 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 4939 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2358 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5690 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3520 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 14.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 114 L | 73 L |
