1989 BMW 850 vs. 2006 Mercury Milan
To start off, 2006 Mercury Milan is newer by 17 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 136 more horse power than 2006 Mercury Milan. (160 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 BMW 850 should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercury Milan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Milan weights approximately 224 kg more than 1989 BMW 850.
Because 2006 Mercury Milan 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, 2006 Mercury Milan 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 238 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercury Milan. (212 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1989 BMW 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercury Milan.
Compare all specifications:
1989 BMW 850 | 2006 Mercury Milan | |
Make | BMW | Mercury |
Model | 850 | Milan |
Year Released | 1989 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4988 cc | 2278 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 212 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1792 kg | 2016 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 66 L |