2009 BMW M5 vs. 2001 Lincoln LS
To start off, 2009 BMW M5 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 4,999 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M5 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 248 more horse power than 2001 Lincoln LS. (252 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 2001 Lincoln LS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW M5 weights approximately 83 kg more than 2001 Lincoln LS. 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 M5 (519 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Lincoln LS. (362 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2009 BMW M5 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 M5 has manual transmission. 2009 BMW M5 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.
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2009 BMW M5 | 2001 Lincoln LS | |
Make | BMW | Lincoln |
Model | M5 | LS |
Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4999 cc | 3950 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 519 Nm | 362 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 10.6:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1758 kg | 1675 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2910 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |