2009 BMW 325 vs. 2001 Lincoln LS
To start off, 2009 BMW 325 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 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Lincoln LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Lincoln LS (210 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2009 BMW 325. (194 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Lincoln LS should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Lincoln LS weights approximately 91 kg more than 2009 BMW 325. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 325 (400 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Lincoln LS. (278 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Lincoln LS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 325 | 2001 Lincoln LS | |
| Make | BMW | Lincoln |
| Model | 325 | LS |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 194 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1300 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1596 kg | 1687 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 68 L |
