2009 BMW 135 vs. 1995 Lincoln Mark VIII
To start off, 2009 BMW 135 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Lincoln Mark VIII. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Lincoln Mark VIII would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Lincoln Mark VIII is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 135 (302 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1995 Lincoln Mark VIII. (280 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 135 should accelerate faster than 1995 Lincoln Mark VIII. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Lincoln Mark VIII weights approximately 2232 kg more than 2009 BMW 135.
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, 2009 BMW 135 (400 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lincoln Mark VIII. (386 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Lincoln Mark VIII. 1995 Lincoln Mark VIII has automatic transmission and 2009 BMW 135 has manual transmission. 2009 BMW 135 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Lincoln Mark VIII will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 135 | 1995 Lincoln Mark VIII | |
| Make | BMW | Lincoln |
| Model | 135 | Mark VIII |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 386 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 3757 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 5265 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1361 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2870 mm |
