1949 Mercury Roadster vs. 2012 BMW 640
To start off, 2012 BMW 640 is newer by 63 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Mercury Roadster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Mercury Roadster would be higher. At 3,990 cc (8 cylinders), 1949 Mercury Roadster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 640 (311 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1949 Mercury Roadster. (108 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 640 should accelerate faster than 1949 Mercury Roadster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 640 weights approximately 240 kg more than 1949 Mercury Roadster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Mercury Roadster | 2012 BMW 640 | |
| Make | Mercury | BMW |
| Model | Roadster | 640 |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3990 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4894 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2855 mm |
