1986 BMW M6 vs. 2006 Mercury Mariner
To start off, 2006 Mercury Mariner is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 BMW M6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 BMW M6 would be higher. At 3,453 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 BMW M6 (282 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2006 Mercury Mariner. (200 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercury Mariner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 66 kg more than 1986 BMW M6.
Because 2006 Mercury Mariner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 BMW M6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 1986 BMW M6 (335 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercury Mariner. (262 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 1986 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercury Mariner.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 BMW M6 | 2006 Mercury Mariner | |
| Make | BMW | Mercury |
| Model | M6 | Mariner |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3453 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 335 Nm | 262 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1571 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 62 L |
