1989 BMW Z1 vs. 1999 Mercury Villager
To start off, 1999 Mercury Villager is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 BMW Z1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 BMW Z1 would be higher. At 3,276 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Mercury Villager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 BMW Z1 (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1999 Mercury Villager. (169 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 BMW Z1 should accelerate faster than 1999 Mercury Villager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercury Villager weights approximately 535 kg more than 1989 BMW Z1.
Because 1989 BMW Z1 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 Z1. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Mercury Villager, 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, 1999 Mercury Villager (271 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 BMW Z1. (231 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Mercury Villager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 BMW Z1. 1999 Mercury Villager has automatic transmission and 1989 BMW Z1 has manual transmission. 1989 BMW Z1 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Mercury Villager will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1989 BMW Z1 | 1999 Mercury Villager | |
Make | BMW | Mercury |
Model | Z1 | Villager |
Year Released | 1989 | 1999 |
Body Type | Roadster | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 3276 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 169 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 231 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2860 mm |