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 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW 330 (185 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1991 Mercury Tracer. (127 HP @ 6500 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 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 1999 BMW 330. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Mercury Tracer, 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, 1999 BMW 330 (390 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Mercury Tracer. (154 Nm @ 4500 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 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2983 cc | 1839 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 390 Nm | 154 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2510 mm |