1999 BMW M28i vs. 2005 Mercury Grand Marquis
To start off, 2005 Mercury Grand Marquis is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 BMW M28i. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 BMW M28i would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Grand Marquis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW M28i (250 HP) has 26 more horse power than 2005 Mercury Grand Marquis. (224 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW M28i should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercury Grand Marquis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 136 kg more than 1999 BMW M28i.
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. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mercury Grand Marquis (373 Nm) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 BMW M28i. (355 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 BMW M28i.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW M28i | 2005 Mercury Grand Marquis | |
| Make | BMW | Mercury |
| Model | M28i | Grand Marquis |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 224 HP |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1836 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2900 mm |
