1995 BMW Z3 vs. 2000 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2000 Mercury Sable is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 BMW Z3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 BMW Z3 would be higher. At 2,984 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mercury Sable (153 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1995 BMW Z3. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 1995 BMW Z3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercury Sable weights approximately 335 kg more than 1995 BMW Z3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 BMW Z3 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 Z3. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Mercury Sable, 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, 2000 Mercury Sable (251 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 BMW Z3. (179 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2000 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 BMW Z3. 2000 Mercury Sable has automatic transmission and 1995 BMW Z3 has manual transmission. 1995 BMW Z3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Mercury Sable will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 BMW Z3 | 2000 Mercury Sable | |
| Make | BMW | Mercury |
| Model | Z3 | Sable |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1894 cc | 2984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 85 L |
