1995 Mercury Mystique vs. 2002 BMW Z3
To start off, 2002 BMW Z3 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Mercury Mystique. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Mercury Mystique would be higher. At 2,990 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 BMW Z3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 BMW Z3 (229 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1995 Mercury Mystique. (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 BMW Z3 should accelerate faster than 1995 Mercury Mystique. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 BMW Z3 weights approximately 163 kg more than 1995 Mercury Mystique. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 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 2002 BMW Z3. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 2002 BMW Z3 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mercury Mystique. (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 BMW Z3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mercury Mystique.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Mercury Mystique | 2002 BMW Z3 | |
Make | Mercury | BMW |
Model | Mystique | Z3 |
Year Released | 1995 | 2002 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1989 cc | 2990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 229 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1242 kg | 1405 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2450 mm |