1993 Mercury Mystique vs. 2010 BMW 650
To start off, 2010 BMW 650 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Mercury Mystique. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Mercury Mystique would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 BMW 650 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 650 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1993 Mercury Mystique. (168 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 1993 Mercury Mystique. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 650 weights approximately 627 kg more than 1993 Mercury Mystique. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 BMW 650 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 2010 BMW 650. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Mercury Mystique, 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, 2010 BMW 650 (488 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mercury Mystique. (220 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mercury Mystique.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Mercury Mystique | 2010 BMW 650 | |
Make | Mercury | BMW |
Model | Mystique | 650 |
Year Released | 1993 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2543 cc | 4800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 360 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 488 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1313 kg | 1940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4831 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1854 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1374 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2779 mm |