2009 BMW 118 vs. 1983 Lincoln Mark VII
To start off, 2009 BMW 118 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Lincoln Mark VII. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Lincoln Mark VII would be higher. At 2,443 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Lincoln Mark VII is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 118 (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1983 Lincoln Mark VII. (114 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 118 should accelerate faster than 1983 Lincoln Mark VII. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Lincoln Mark VII weights approximately 245 kg more than 2009 BMW 118.
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, 1983 Lincoln Mark VII (210 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 118. (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1983 Lincoln Mark VII will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 118. 1983 Lincoln Mark VII has automatic transmission and 2009 BMW 118 has manual transmission. 2009 BMW 118 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1983 Lincoln Mark VII will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 118 | 1983 Lincoln Mark VII | |
| Make | BMW | Lincoln |
| Model | 118 | Mark VII |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2443 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2760 mm |
