1986 Mercury Lynx vs. 2010 BMW M6
To start off, 2010 BMW M6 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Mercury Lynx. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Mercury Lynx would be higher. At 5,000 cc (10 cylinders), 2010 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW M6 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 411 more horse power than 1986 Mercury Lynx. (89 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 1986 Mercury Lynx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW M6 weights approximately 970 kg more than 1986 Mercury Lynx. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 BMW M6 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 2010 BMW M6. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Mercury Lynx, 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, 2010 BMW M6 (519 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 375 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Mercury Lynx. (144 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2010 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Mercury Lynx.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Mercury Lynx | 2010 BMW M6 | |
| Make | Mercury | BMW |
| Model | Lynx | M6 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1859 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 7750 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 519 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4872 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1377 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2781 mm |
