1989 BMW 850 vs. 2007 Mercury Milan

To start off, 2007 Mercury Milan is newer by 18 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 75 more horse power than 2007 Mercury Milan. (221 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 BMW 850 should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercury Milan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercury Milan weights approximately 577 kg more than 1989 BMW 850.

Because 2007 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, 2007 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 172 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercury Milan. (278 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1989 BMW 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercury Milan.

Compare all specifications:

1989 BMW 850 2007 Mercury Milan
Make BMW Mercury
Model 850 Milan
Year Released 1989 2007
Body Type Coupe Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4988 cc 2967 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 296 HP 221 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 6250 RPM
Torque 450 Nm 278 Nm
Torque RPM 4100 RPM 4800 RPM
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1255 kg 1832 kg
Vehicle Length 4790 mm 4870 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1840 mm
Vehicle Height 1350 mm 1460 mm
Wheelbase Size 2690 mm 2730 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 90 L 66 L


 

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