1997 BMW 5 Series vs. 1997 Lincoln Town Car
When comparing the 1997 BMW 5 Series's and the 1997 Lincoln Town Car's specifications and ratings, the 1997 BMW 5 Series has the advantage in the area of fuel efficiency. The 1997 Lincoln Town Car has the advantage in the area of typical lower range of pricing for used cars. The 1997 BMW 5 Series and 1997 Lincoln Town Car have the same base engine power. Based on this comparison of the 1997 BMW 5 Series's and the 1997 Lincoln Town Car's specifications and ratings, the two cars are fairly comparable.
1997 BMW 5 Series vs. 1997 Lincoln Town Car Pricing
A used 1997 BMW 5 Series ranges from $2,995 to $13,250 while a used 1997 Lincoln Town Car is priced between $2,034 to $17,900.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the base engine of both the 1997 BMW 5 Series and the 1997 Lincoln Town Car makes 190 horsepower. The 5 Series is rated to deliver an average of 21 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 468 miles. The Town Car is rated to deliver an average of 18 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 460 miles. This gives the 1997 BMW 5 Series the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the 1997 Lincoln Town Car. Both models use gasoline.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
2995 - 13250
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.59095
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
2034 - 17900
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
BMW 5 Series Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.444269 / 10
Reliability:
8.332809 / 10
Retained Value:
7.0 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Lincoln Town Car Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
BMW 5 Series Rankings
Ranking
4 out of / 11Ranking
5 out of / 7Ranking
8 out of / 29Ranking
11 out of / 29Ranking
11 out of / 20Ranking
12 out of / 29Ranking
13 out of / 29Ranking
18 out of / 29Ranking
24 out of / 29Lincoln Town Car Rankings
Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
1997 BMW 5 Series Trim Levels
528i, 540i
1997 Lincoln Town Car Trim Levels
Cartier, Executive, Signature
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years / 50000 miles
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
190 hp @ 5300 rpm
Torque:
206 foot-lbs @ 3950 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.055 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
190 hp @ 4250 rpm
Torque:
265 foot-lbs @ 3250 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.047 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2.8 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
18 / 26 / 21
Range (city/hwy):
324 / 468 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
4.6 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
8
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
15 / 23 / 18
Range (city/hwy):
300 / 460 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38.7 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.7 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
56.8 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.9 inches
Rear Leg Room:
34.2 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
55.9 inches
Cargo Space:
Not yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.1 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.6 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
62.1 inches
Rear Head Room:
38 inches
Rear Leg Room:
41.1 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
62.1 inches
Cargo Space:
Not yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3450 lbs
Width:
70.9 inches
Height:
56.5 inches
Length:
188 inches
Wheelbase:
111.4 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4040 lbs
Width:
76.7 inches
Height:
56.9 inches
Length:
218.9 inches
Wheelbase:
117.4 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
15.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
Not yet available
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
15.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
Not yet available