1979 BMW 633 vs. 1999 Mercury Tracer
To start off, 1999 Mercury Tracer is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 BMW 633. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 BMW 633 would be higher. At 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 BMW 633 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 BMW 633 (194 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1999 Mercury Tracer. (109 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 BMW 633 should accelerate faster than 1999 Mercury Tracer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 BMW 633 weights approximately 330 kg more than 1999 Mercury Tracer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 BMW 633 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 1979 BMW 633. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1979 BMW 633 (285 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mercury Tracer. (174 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1979 BMW 633 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mercury Tracer.
Compare all specifications:
1979 BMW 633 | 1999 Mercury Tracer | |
Make | BMW | Mercury |
Model | 633 | Tracer |
Year Released | 1979 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3210 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 194 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2510 mm |