BMW 318is vs Lincoln Mark VIII
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
1998 Lincoln Mark VIII
Overview
| Spec | BMW 318is318is | Lincoln Mark VIIIBase |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | 318is | Base |
| Body style | Coupe | Coupe |
| Drivetrain | rear wheel drive | rear wheel drive |
| Fuel type | regular unleaded | regular unleaded |
| Transmission | 5-speed manual | 4-speed automatic |
| Engine type | gas | gas |
| Model year | 1997 | 1998 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | BMW 318is318is | Lincoln Mark VIIIBase |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $0 | $0 |
| For sale now | 0 | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | BMW 318is318is | Lincoln Mark VIIIBase |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 23 MPG (best) | 18 MPG |
| City MPG | 20 MPG (best) | 15 MPG |
| Highway MPG | 29 MPG (best) | 24 MPG |
| Fuel tank | 16.4 gal | 18 gal (best) |
Performance
| Spec | BMW 318is318is | Lincoln Mark VIIIBase |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 138 hp | 280 hp (best) |
| Torque | 133 lb-ft | 285 lb-ft (best) |
| Engine size | 1.9 L | 4.6 L (best) |
| Cylinders | I4 | V8 |
Size & capability
| Spec | BMW 318is318is | Lincoln Mark VIIIBase |
|---|---|---|
| Doors | 2 | 2 |
| Cargo volume | 9.2 cu ft | 14.4 cu ft (best) |
| Towing capacity | — | 2,000 lbs (best) |
| Curb weight | 2,976 lbs (best) | 3,765 lbs |
| Wheelbase | 106.3 in | 113 in (best) |
| Length | 174.5 in | 207.2 in (best) |
| Width | 67.3 in | 74.8 in (best) |
| Height | 53.8 in (best) | 53.6 in |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | BMW 318is318is | Lincoln Mark VIIIBase |
|---|---|---|
| Open recalls (YMM scope) | None reported | None reported |
Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that spec when a clear winner exists. Specs reflect the selected trim for each vehicle. Drag a vehicle header to reorder columns. MSRP and specifications are manufacturer data; listing prices and inventory come from live dealer listings. Safety ratings are from NHTSA.
Trim overview
All available trims with MSRP. The trim selected above is highlighted; comparison specs use that selection.
| Trim | BMW 318is | Lincoln Mark VIII |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 318is $0 MSRP(Currently comparing) | Base $0 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | — | LSC $0 MSRP |