1999 Mercury Mystique vs. 2012 BMW 730
To start off, 2012 BMW 730 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Mercury Mystique. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Mercury Mystique would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 730 weights approximately 163 kg more than 1999 Mercury Mystique.
Because 2012 BMW 730 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 2012 BMW 730. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Mercury Mystique, 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, 2012 BMW 730 (540 Nm) has 316 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mercury Mystique. (224 Nm). This means 2012 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mercury Mystique. 2012 BMW 730 has automatic transmission and 1999 Mercury Mystique has manual transmission. 1999 Mercury Mystique will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 BMW 730 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mercury Mystique | 2012 BMW 730 | |
| Make | Mercury | BMW |
| Model | Mystique | 730 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 244 HP |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1777 kg | 1940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5072 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1479 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3070 mm |
