1975 BMW 320 vs. 1990 Mercury Tracer
To start off, 1990 Mercury Tracer is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 BMW 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 BMW 320 would be higher. At 1,991 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 BMW 320 (128 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1990 Mercury Tracer. (127 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1990 Mercury Tracer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Mercury Tracer weights approximately 50 kg more than 1975 BMW 320.
Because 1975 BMW 320 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 320. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Mercury Tracer, 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, 1975 BMW 320 (174 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mercury Tracer. (154 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1975 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mercury Tracer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 BMW 320 | 1990 Mercury Tracer | |
| Make | BMW | Mercury |
| Model | 320 | Tracer |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1839 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2510 mm |
