1990 BMW 316 vs. 1992 Mercury Grand Marquis
To start off, 1992 Mercury Grand Marquis is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 BMW 316. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 BMW 316 would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Mercury Grand Marquis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Mercury Grand Marquis (208 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1990 BMW 316. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Mercury Grand Marquis should accelerate faster than 1990 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 635 kg more than 1990 BMW 316. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 BMW 316 | 1992 Mercury Grand Marquis | |
| Make | BMW | Mercury |
| Model | 316 | Grand Marquis |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 5400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1980 mm |
