1998 Mercury Grand Marquis vs. 2011 BMW 325
To start off, 2011 BMW 325 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mercury Grand Marquis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mercury Grand Marquis would be higher. At 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Mercury Grand Marquis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1998 Mercury Grand Marquis. (208 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1998 Mercury Grand Marquis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 217 kg more than 2011 BMW 325.
Because 2011 BMW 325 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Mercury Grand Marquis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 BMW 325 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 Mercury Grand Marquis (360 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 325. (270 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1998 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 325. 1998 Mercury Grand Marquis has automatic transmission and 2011 BMW 325 has manual transmission. 2011 BMW 325 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Mercury Grand Marquis will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Mercury Grand Marquis | 2011 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Mercury | BMW |
| Model | Grand Marquis | 325 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4604 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1832 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 63 L |
