2009 BMW 135 vs. 2001 Lincoln LS
To start off, 2009 BMW 135 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Lincoln LS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Lincoln LS would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 135 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 135 (302 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2001 Lincoln LS. (210 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 135 should accelerate faster than 2001 Lincoln LS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Lincoln LS weights approximately 367 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 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Lincoln LS. (278 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Lincoln LS. 2001 Lincoln LS 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. 2001 Lincoln LS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 135 | 2001 Lincoln LS | |
Make | BMW | Lincoln |
Model | 135 | LS |
Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2977 cc | 2966 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 302 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 278 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1300 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1687 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2910 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 68 L |