1997 Mercury Grand Marquis vs. 2011 BMW 325
To start off, 2011 BMW 325 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Mercury Grand Marquis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Mercury Grand Marquis would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Mercury Grand Marquis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Mercury Grand Marquis (208 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2011 BMW 325. (194 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Mercury Grand Marquis should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 125 kg more than 2011 BMW 325. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Mercury Grand Marquis | 2011 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Mercury | BMW |
| Model | Grand Marquis | 325 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 194 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1820 mm |
