2009 BMW 525 vs. 1991 Lincoln Mark VII
To start off, 2009 BMW 525 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Lincoln Mark VII. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Lincoln Mark VII would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Lincoln Mark VII is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 525 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1991 Lincoln Mark VII. (138 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1991 Lincoln Mark VII.
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, 1991 Lincoln Mark VII (347 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 525. (250 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1991 Lincoln Mark VII will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 525. 1991 Lincoln Mark VII has automatic transmission and 2009 BMW 525 has manual transmission. 2009 BMW 525 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1991 Lincoln Mark VII will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 525 | 1991 Lincoln Mark VII | |
Make | BMW | Lincoln |
Model | 525 | Mark VII |
Year Released | 2009 | 1991 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 4942 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 347 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2760 mm |