1995 BMW 528 vs. 1999 Mercury Tracer
To start off, 1999 Mercury Tracer is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 BMW 528. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 BMW 528 would be higher. At 2,793 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 BMW 528 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 BMW 528 (193 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1999 Mercury Tracer. (109 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 BMW 528 should accelerate faster than 1999 Mercury Tracer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 BMW 528 weights approximately 440 kg more than 1999 Mercury Tracer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 BMW 528 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 1995 BMW 528. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Mercury Tracer, 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, 1995 BMW 528 (279 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mercury Tracer. (174 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1995 BMW 528 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mercury Tracer.
Compare all specifications:
1995 BMW 528 | 1999 Mercury Tracer | |
Make | BMW | Mercury |
Model | 528 | Tracer |
Year Released | 1995 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2793 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 193 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 279 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2510 mm |