1999 BMW Z8 vs. 2004 Mercury Marauder
To start off, 2004 Mercury Marauder is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 BMW Z8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 BMW Z8 would be higher. At 4,939 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 BMW Z8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW Z8 (400 HP) has 98 more horse power than 2004 Mercury Marauder. (302 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW Z8 should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercury Marauder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercury Marauder weights approximately 320 kg more than 1999 BMW Z8.
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, 1999 BMW Z8 (500 Nm) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercury Marauder. (431 Nm). This means 1999 BMW Z8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercury Marauder. 2004 Mercury Marauder has automatic transmission and 1999 BMW Z8 has manual transmission. 1999 BMW Z8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Mercury Marauder will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW Z8 | 2004 Mercury Marauder | |
| Make | BMW | Mercury |
| Model | Z8 | Marauder |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4939 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 302 HP |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 431 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.6 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 21.1 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.5 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 72 L |
