2009 BMW M5 vs. 2003 Lincoln LS
To start off, 2009 BMW M5 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Lincoln LS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 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 224 more horse power than 2003 Lincoln LS. (276 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 2003 Lincoln LS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW M5 weights approximately 126 kg more than 2003 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 (520 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Lincoln LS. (388 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Lincoln LS.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW M5 | 2003 Lincoln LS | |
Make | BMW | Lincoln |
Model | M5 | LS |
Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4999 cc | 3934 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 520 Nm | 388 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1836 kg | 1710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2910 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |