1989 BMW 850 vs. 1999 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 1999 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 10 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 84 more horse power than 1999 Mercury Mountaineer. (212 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 BMW 850 should accelerate faster than 1999 Mercury Mountaineer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 700 kg more than 1989 BMW 850.
Because 1999 Mercury Mountaineer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 BMW 850. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Mercury Mountaineer will offer significantly more control. 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 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mercury Mountaineer. (390 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1989 BMW 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mercury Mountaineer.
Compare all specifications:
1989 BMW 850 | 1999 Mercury Mountaineer | |
Make | BMW | Mercury |
Model | 850 | Mountaineer |
Year Released | 1989 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4988 cc | 4948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 212 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 390 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2840 mm |