1993 BMW M3 vs. 2009 Mercury Milan
To start off, 2009 Mercury Milan is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 BMW M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 BMW M3 would be higher. At 2,990 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 BMW M3 (281 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 2009 Mercury Milan. (158 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercury Milan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercury Milan weights approximately 465 kg more than 1993 BMW M3.
Because 1993 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 1993 BMW M3. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 1993 BMW M3 (321 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercury Milan. (156 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1993 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercury Milan.
Compare all specifications:
1993 BMW M3 | 2009 Mercury Milan | |
Make | BMW | Mercury |
Model | M3 | Milan |
Year Released | 1993 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2990 cc | 2260 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 281 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 321 Nm | 156 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 87.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 94 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 66 L |