1983 Mercury Lynx vs. 2011 BMW X5
To start off, 2011 BMW X5 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Mercury Lynx. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Mercury Lynx would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW X5 (304 HP @ 440 RPM) has 253 more horse power than 1983 Mercury Lynx. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1983 Mercury Lynx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW X5 weights approximately 1135 kg more than 1983 Mercury Lynx. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 BMW X5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Mercury Lynx. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 BMW X5 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 X5 (600 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 489 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mercury Lynx. (111 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mercury Lynx.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Mercury Lynx | 2011 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Mercury | BMW |
| Model | Lynx | X5 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 304 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 440 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 2185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4857 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1933 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1776 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2934 mm |
