1999 BMW 740 vs. 1998 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 1999 BMW 740 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mercury Cougar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mercury Cougar would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 740 weights approximately 325 kg more than 1998 Mercury Cougar.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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.
Compare all specifications:
1999 BMW 740 | 1998 Mercury Cougar | |
Make | BMW | Mercury |
Model | 740 | Cougar |
Year Released | 1999 | 1998 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 283 HP | 0 HP |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 1620 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1860 mm |