2010 BMW 123 vs. 1999 Lincoln LS
To start off, 2010 BMW 123 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Lincoln LS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Lincoln LS would be higher. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Lincoln LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lincoln LS (208 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2010 BMW 123. (202 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lincoln LS should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 123. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lincoln LS weights approximately 202 kg more than 2010 BMW 123. 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, 2010 BMW 123 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Lincoln LS. (277 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 123 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Lincoln LS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 BMW 123 | 1999 Lincoln LS | |
| Make | BMW | Lincoln |
| Model | 123 | LS |
| Year Released | 2010 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 277 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1687 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4239 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1748 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1421 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.5 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 68 L |
