1993 Mercury Capri vs. 2012 BMW 325
To start off, 2012 BMW 325 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Mercury Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Mercury Capri would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 325 (217 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1993 Mercury Capri. (100 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1993 Mercury Capri.
Because 2012 BMW 325 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 2012 BMW 325. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Mercury Capri, 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, 2012 BMW 325 (450 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mercury Capri. (130 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mercury Capri.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Mercury Capri | 2012 BMW 325 | |
Make | Mercury | BMW |
Model | Capri | 325 |
Year Released | 1993 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4624 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1811 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1384 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2810 mm |