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) | 1 | 1 |
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 |
BMW 318is vs Lincoln Mark VIII FAQ
- Which is better: 1997 BMW 318is or 1998 Lincoln Mark VIII?
- It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 1997 BMW 318is vs 1998 Lincoln Mark VIII on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
- Which costs less: 1997 BMW 318is or 1998 Lincoln Mark VIII?
- Based on starting MSRP, the 1997 BMW 318is starts lower at $0.
- Which has better combinedMpg: 1997 BMW 318is or 1998 Lincoln Mark VIII?
- The 1997 BMW 318is leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (23).
- Which has better horsepower: 1997 BMW 318is or 1998 Lincoln Mark VIII?
- The 1998 Lincoln Mark VIII leads on horsepower in this comparison (290).
- Which has better maxTowingLbs: 1997 BMW 318is or 1998 Lincoln Mark VIII?
- The 1998 Lincoln Mark VIII leads on maxTowingLbs in this comparison (2,000).