1980 Mercury Lynx vs. 2011 BMW X6
To start off, 2011 BMW X6 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Mercury Lynx. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Mercury Lynx would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 BMW X6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW X6 (480 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 410 more horse power than 1980 Mercury Lynx. (70 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 1980 Mercury Lynx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW X6 weights approximately 1665 kg more than 1980 Mercury Lynx. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 BMW X6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Mercury Lynx. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 BMW X6 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 BMW X6 (779 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 658 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Mercury Lynx. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Mercury Lynx.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Mercury Lynx | 2011 BMW X6 | |
| Make | Mercury | BMW |
| Model | Lynx | X6 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 480 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 779 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 2615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4879 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1984 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1689 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2934 mm |
