1983 BMW 725 vs. 2004 Mercury Mariner
To start off, 2004 Mercury Mariner is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 BMW 725. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 BMW 725 would be higher. At 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 BMW 725 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercury Mariner (152 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1983 BMW 725. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercury Mariner should accelerate faster than 1983 BMW 725.
Because 2004 Mercury Mariner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 BMW 725. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Mercury Mariner 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, 1983 BMW 725 (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercury Mariner. (206 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1983 BMW 725 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercury Mariner.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 BMW 725 | 2004 Mercury Mariner | |
| Make | BMW | Mercury |
| Model | 725 | Mariner |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2630 mm |
