1999 BMW Z8 vs. 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis
To start off, 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis is newer by 7 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 @ 6600 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis. (224 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW Z8 should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 490 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 @ 3800 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis. (373 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 BMW Z8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis.
Compare all specifications:
1999 BMW Z8 | 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis | |
Make | BMW | Mercury |
Model | Z8 | Grand Marquis |
Year Released | 1999 | 2006 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4939 cc | 4604 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 224 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 373 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 2075 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 | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 21.1 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.5 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 72 L |