1993 BMW 5.8 vs. 1988 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 1993 BMW 5.8 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Mercury Cougar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Mercury Cougar would be higher. At 5,800 cc (12 cylinders), 1993 BMW 5.8 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 BMW 5.8 weights approximately 220 kg more than 1988 Mercury Cougar.
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 5.8 | 1988 Mercury Cougar | |
Make | BMW | Mercury |
Model | 5.8 | Cougar |
Year Released | 1993 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5800 cc | 3798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 0 HP |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1620 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1860 mm |