1999 BMW 330 vs. 1991 Mercury Tracer
To start off, 1999 BMW 330 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Mercury Tracer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Mercury Tracer would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW 330 (184 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1991 Mercury Tracer. (88 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1991 Mercury Tracer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 330 weights approximately 600 kg more than 1991 Mercury Tracer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 BMW 330 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Mercury Tracer. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 BMW 330 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, 1999 BMW 330 (400 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Mercury Tracer. (146 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1999 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Mercury Tracer.
Compare all specifications:
1999 BMW 330 | 1991 Mercury Tracer | |
Make | BMW | Mercury |
Model | 330 | Tracer |
Year Released | 1999 | 1991 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1859 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 184 HP | 88 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 146 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1095 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2510 mm |