2011 BMW 535 vs. 2012 Lincoln MKS
To start off, 2012 Lincoln MKS is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 BMW 535. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 BMW 535 would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Lincoln MKS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 535 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2012 Lincoln MKS. (273 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 2012 Lincoln MKS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 535 weights approximately 37 kg more than 2012 Lincoln MKS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 BMW 535 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Lincoln MKS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 BMW 535 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 BMW 535 (406 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Lincoln MKS. (366 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Lincoln MKS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 BMW 535 | 2012 Lincoln MKS | |
| Make | BMW | Lincoln |
| Model | 535 | MKS |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 273 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 406 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 1883 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4905 mm | 5184 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1859 mm | 1928 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1463 mm | 1565 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2969 mm | 2868 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 72 L |
