1975 BMW 1602 vs. 1999 Mercury Villager
To start off, 1999 Mercury Villager is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 BMW 1602. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 BMW 1602 would be higher. At 3,276 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Mercury Villager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mercury Villager (169 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1975 BMW 1602. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercury Villager should accelerate faster than 1975 BMW 1602. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercury Villager weights approximately 855 kg more than 1975 BMW 1602. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 BMW 1602 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1975 BMW 1602. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Mercury Villager, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1999 Mercury Villager (271 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 BMW 1602. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Mercury Villager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 BMW 1602.
Compare all specifications:
1975 BMW 1602 | 1999 Mercury Villager | |
Make | BMW | Mercury |
Model | 1602 | Villager |
Year Released | 1975 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1574 cc | 3276 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 169 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2860 mm |