1989 BMW 850 vs. 1993 Mercury Mystique
To start off, 1993 Mercury Mystique is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 BMW 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 BMW 850 would be higher. At 4,988 cc (12 cylinders), 1989 BMW 850 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 BMW 850 (296 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1993 Mercury Mystique. (168 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 BMW 850 should accelerate faster than 1993 Mercury Mystique. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mercury Mystique weights approximately 58 kg more than 1989 BMW 850.
Because 1989 BMW 850 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 1989 BMW 850. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Mercury Mystique, 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, 1989 BMW 850 (450 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mercury Mystique. (220 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1989 BMW 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mercury Mystique.
Compare all specifications:
1989 BMW 850 | 1993 Mercury Mystique | |
Make | BMW | Mercury |
Model | 850 | Mystique |
Year Released | 1989 | 1993 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4988 cc | 2543 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1313 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2710 mm |