1992 BMW 740 vs. 2002 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2002 Mercury Sable is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 BMW 740. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 BMW 740 would be higher. At 3,980 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 740 (282 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 2002 Mercury Sable. (153 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 2002 Mercury Sable. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 740 weights approximately 280 kg more than 2002 Mercury Sable. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 BMW 740 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 1992 BMW 740. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Mercury Sable, 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, 1992 BMW 740 (400 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mercury Sable. (251 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mercury Sable.
Compare all specifications:
1992 BMW 740 | 2002 Mercury Sable | |
Make | BMW | Mercury |
Model | 740 | Sable |
Year Released | 1992 | 2002 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3980 cc | 2986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 85 L |