1992 BMW M3 vs. 2007 Mercury Milan
To start off, 2007 Mercury Milan is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 BMW M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 BMW M3 would be higher. At 2,990 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW M3 (282 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 2007 Mercury Milan. (160 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercury Milan.
Because 1992 BMW M3 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 M3. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Mercury Milan, 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 M3 (320 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercury Milan. (203 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1992 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercury Milan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW M3 | 2007 Mercury Milan | |
| Make | BMW | Mercury |
| Model | M3 | Milan |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2990 cc | 2299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 66 L |
