1987 BMW Z1 vs. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 BMW Z1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 BMW Z1 would be higher. At 4,013 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer (210 HP) has 35 more horse power than 1987 BMW Z1. (175 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1987 BMW Z1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 667 kg more than 1987 BMW Z1. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer (344 Nm) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 BMW Z1. (230 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 BMW Z1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 BMW Z1 | 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | |
| Make | BMW | Mercury |
| Model | Z1 | Mountaineer |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 4013 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 210 HP |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1917 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2900 mm |
