1998 BMW V12 vs. 2008 Mercury Milan
To start off, 2008 Mercury Milan is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 BMW V12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 BMW V12 would be higher. At 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 1998 BMW V12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW V12 (570 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 349 more horse power than 2008 Mercury Milan. (221 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW V12 should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercury Milan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercury Milan weights approximately 222 kg more than 1998 BMW V12.
Because 2008 Mercury Milan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 BMW V12. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Mercury Milan will offer significantly more control. 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, 1998 BMW V12 (909 Nm) has 631 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercury Milan. (278 Nm). This means 1998 BMW V12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercury Milan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW V12 | 2008 Mercury Milan | |
| Make | BMW | Mercury |
| Model | V12 | Milan |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 6000 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 570 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 909 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1614 kg | 1836 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2730 mm |
