2009 BMW 128 vs. 2002 Lincoln LS
To start off, 2009 BMW 128 is newer by 7 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 128 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 128 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2002 Lincoln LS. (208 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 128 should accelerate faster than 2002 Lincoln LS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Lincoln LS weights approximately 157 kg more than 2009 BMW 128.
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 Lincoln LS (278 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 128. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2002 Lincoln LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 128. 2002 Lincoln LS has automatic transmission and 2009 BMW 128 has manual transmission. 2009 BMW 128 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Lincoln LS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 128 | 2002 Lincoln LS | |
| Make | BMW | Lincoln |
| Model | 128 | LS |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1687 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 68 L |
