1988 BMW M6 vs. 2004 Mercury Monterey
To start off, 2004 Mercury Monterey is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 BMW M6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 BMW M6 would be higher. At 4,194 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mercury Monterey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 BMW M6 (282 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2004 Mercury Monterey. (198 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercury Monterey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercury Monterey weights approximately 506 kg more than 1988 BMW M6.
Because 1988 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 1988 BMW M6. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Mercury Monterey, 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, 2004 Mercury Monterey (359 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 BMW M6. (334 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Mercury Monterey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 BMW M6. 2004 Mercury Monterey has automatic transmission and 1988 BMW M6 has manual transmission. 1988 BMW M6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Mercury Monterey will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 BMW M6 | 2004 Mercury Monterey | |
| Make | BMW | Mercury |
| Model | M6 | Monterey |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3453 cc | 4194 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 334 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.4 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 2011 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 98 L |
