1993 BMW 518 vs. 1987 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 1993 BMW 518 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Mercury Cougar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Mercury Cougar would be higher. At 2,300 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 320 kg more than 1993 BMW 518.
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:
1993 BMW 518 | 1987 Mercury Cougar | |
Make | BMW | Mercury |
Model | 518 | Cougar |
Year Released | 1993 | 1987 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1766 cc | 2300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 0 HP |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2650 mm |