1987 BMW 750 vs. 2000 Mercury Villager
To start off, 2000 Mercury Villager is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 BMW 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 BMW 750 would be higher. At 4,986 cc (12 cylinders), 1987 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 BMW 750 (297 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 2000 Mercury Villager. (168 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 2000 Mercury Villager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 BMW 750 weights approximately 55 kg more than 2000 Mercury Villager. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 BMW 750 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 1987 BMW 750. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Mercury Villager, 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, 1987 BMW 750 (450 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mercury Villager. (271 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1987 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mercury Villager. 2000 Mercury Villager has automatic transmission and 1987 BMW 750 has manual transmission. 1987 BMW 750 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Mercury Villager will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1987 BMW 750 | 2000 Mercury Villager | |
Make | BMW | Mercury |
Model | 750 | Villager |
Year Released | 1987 | 2000 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4986 cc | 3276 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 297 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2860 mm |