2009 BMW M3 vs. 1996 Lincoln Mark VIII
To start off, 2009 BMW M3 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Lincoln Mark VIII. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Lincoln Mark VIII would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Lincoln Mark VIII is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M3 (414 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1996 Lincoln Mark VIII. (290 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1996 Lincoln Mark VIII.
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, 1996 Lincoln Mark VIII (400 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW M3. (295 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1996 Lincoln Mark VIII will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW M3. 1996 Lincoln Mark VIII has automatic transmission and 2009 BMW M3 has manual transmission. 2009 BMW M3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Lincoln Mark VIII will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW M3 | 1996 Lincoln Mark VIII | |
Make | BMW | Lincoln |
Model | M3 | Mark VIII |
Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3999 cc | 4601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 414 HP | 290 HP |
Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 295 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5265 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1361 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2870 mm |