2009 BMW 335 vs. 1988 Lincoln Mark VII
To start off, 2009 BMW 335 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Lincoln Mark VII. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Lincoln Mark VII would be higher. At 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Lincoln Mark VII is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Lincoln Mark VII (223 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2009 BMW 335. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Lincoln Mark VII should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 335.
Let's talk about torque, 1988 Lincoln Mark VII (407 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 335. (200 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1988 Lincoln Mark VII will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 335. 1988 Lincoln Mark VII has automatic transmission and 2009 BMW 335 has manual transmission. 2009 BMW 335 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1988 Lincoln Mark VII will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 335 | 1988 Lincoln Mark VII | |
| Make | BMW | Lincoln |
| Model | 335 | Mark VII |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 4941 cc |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 223 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 95 L |
