BMW M3 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 M3Sedan | Lincoln Mark VIIIBase |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | Sedan | Base |
| Body style | Sedan | Coupe |
| Drivetrain | rear wheel drive | rear wheel drive |
| Fuel type | premium unleaded (required) | regular unleaded |
| Transmission | 6-speed manual | 4-speed automatic |
| Engine type | gas | gas |
| Model year | 2027 | 1998 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | BMW M3Sedan | Lincoln Mark VIIIBase |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $79,300 | $0 (best) |
| Lowest listing price | $95,762 (best) | — |
| Median listing price | $95,762 (best) | — |
| Highest listing price | $95,762 (best) | — |
| For sale now | 1 (best) | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | BMW M3Sedan | Lincoln Mark VIIIBase |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 19 MPG (best) | 18 MPG |
| City MPG | 16 MPG (best) | 15 MPG |
| Highway MPG | 23 MPG | 24 MPG (best) |
| Fuel tank | 15.6 gal | 18 gal (best) |
Performance
| Spec | BMW M3Sedan | Lincoln Mark VIIIBase |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 473 hp (best) | 280 hp |
| Torque | 406 lb-ft (best) | 285 lb-ft |
| Engine size | 3 L | 4.6 L (best) |
| Cylinders | I6 | V8 |
Size & capability
| Spec | BMW M3Sedan | Lincoln Mark VIIIBase |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 5 seats (best) | — |
| Doors | 4 (best) | 2 |
| Cargo volume | 16.9 cu ft (best) | 14.4 cu ft |
| Towing capacity | — | 2,000 lbs (best) |
| Payload | 860 lbs (best) | — |
| Curb weight | 3,840 lbs | 3,765 lbs (best) |
| Ground clearance | 4.7 in (best) | — |
| Wheelbase | 112.5 in | 113 in (best) |
| Length | 189.1 in | 207.2 in (best) |
| Width | 74.3 in | 74.8 in (best) |
| Height | 56.6 in (best) | 53.6 in |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | BMW M3Sedan | Lincoln Mark VIIIBase |
|---|---|---|
| Open recalls (YMM scope) | None reported (best) | 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 M3 | Lincoln Mark VIII |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Sedan $79,300 MSRP(Currently comparing) | Base $0 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | Competition Sedan $83,500 MSRP | LSC $0 MSRP |
| 3 | Competition xDrive Sedan $88,600 MSRP | — |
Live inventory
BMW M3 vs Lincoln Mark VIII FAQ
- Which is better: 2027 BMW M3 or 1998 Lincoln Mark VIII?
- It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2027 BMW M3 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: 2027 BMW M3 or 1998 Lincoln Mark VIII?
- Based on starting MSRP, the 1998 Lincoln Mark VIII starts lower at $0. Live BMW M3 listings start at $95,762.
- Which has better startingMsrp: 2027 BMW M3 or 1998 Lincoln Mark VIII?
- The 1998 Lincoln Mark VIII leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (0).
- Which has better combinedMpg: 2027 BMW M3 or 1998 Lincoln Mark VIII?
- The 2027 BMW M3 leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (19).
- Which has better horsepower: 2027 BMW M3 or 1998 Lincoln Mark VIII?
- The 2027 BMW M3 leads on horsepower in this comparison (523).
- Which has better seats: 2027 BMW M3 or 1998 Lincoln Mark VIII?
- The 2027 BMW M3 leads on seats in this comparison (5).
- Which has better maxTowingLbs: 2027 BMW M3 or 1998 Lincoln Mark VIII?
- The 1998 Lincoln Mark VIII leads on maxTowingLbs in this comparison (2,000).