1992 Mercury Grand Marquis vs. 2010 BMW 135
To start off, 2010 BMW 135 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Mercury Grand Marquis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Mercury Grand Marquis would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Mercury Grand Marquis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 135 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1992 Mercury Grand Marquis. (208 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 135 should accelerate faster than 1992 Mercury Grand Marquis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 55 kg more than 2010 BMW 135.
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:
1992 Mercury Grand Marquis | 2010 BMW 135 | |
Make | Mercury | BMW |
Model | Grand Marquis | 135 |
Year Released | 1992 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4600 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4361 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1748 mm |