1988 BMW 524 vs. 1999 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 1999 Mercury Cougar is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 BMW 524. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 BMW 524 would be higher. At 2,530 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mercury Cougar (168 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1988 BMW 524. (113 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 1988 BMW 524. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 BMW 524 weights approximately 11 kg more than 1999 Mercury Cougar.
Because 1988 BMW 524 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 1988 BMW 524. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Mercury Cougar, 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, 1999 Mercury Cougar (223 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 BMW 524. (210 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1999 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 BMW 524. 1999 Mercury Cougar has automatic transmission and 1988 BMW 524 has manual transmission. 1988 BMW 524 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Mercury Cougar will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1988 BMW 524 | 1999 Mercury Cougar | |
Make | BMW | Mercury |
Model | 524 | Cougar |
Year Released | 1988 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2493 cc | 2530 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 223 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 82.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 79.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1344 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2710 mm |