1995 BMW 730 vs. 2006 Mercury Milan
To start off, 2006 Mercury Milan is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 BMW 730. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 BMW 730 would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mercury Milan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercury Milan (221 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1995 BMW 730. (190 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Milan should accelerate faster than 1995 BMW 730. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Milan weights approximately 180 kg more than 1995 BMW 730. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 BMW 730 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 730. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 1995 BMW 730 (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercury Milan. (278 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1995 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercury Milan.
Compare all specifications:
1995 BMW 730 | 2006 Mercury Milan | |
Make | BMW | Mercury |
Model | 730 | Milan |
Year Released | 1995 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2793 cc | 2983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 221 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 278 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 66 L |