1982 BMW 325 vs. 2008 Mercury Milan
To start off, 2008 Mercury Milan is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 BMW 325 would be higher. At 2,693 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercury Milan (160 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1982 BMW 325. (120 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercury Milan should accelerate faster than 1982 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercury Milan weights approximately 692 kg more than 1982 BMW 325. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1982 BMW 325 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 1982 BMW 325. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Mercury Milan, 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, 1982 BMW 325 (230 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercury Milan. (213 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1982 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercury Milan.
Compare all specifications:
1982 BMW 325 | 2008 Mercury Milan | |
Make | BMW | Mercury |
Model | 325 | Milan |
Year Released | 1982 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2693 cc | 2261 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 213 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1832 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 66 L |