1999 BMW 740 vs. 1992 Mercury Capri
To start off, 1999 BMW 740 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Mercury Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Mercury Capri would be higher. At 3,899 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW 740 (242 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1992 Mercury Capri. (100 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 1992 Mercury Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 740 weights approximately 955 kg more than 1992 Mercury Capri. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 BMW 740 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 740. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Mercury Capri, 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 740 (560 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 430 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Mercury Capri. (130 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1999 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Mercury Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW 740 | 1992 Mercury Capri | |
| Make | BMW | Mercury |
| Model | 740 | Capri |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3899 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 2035 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2410 mm |
