2000 BMW 325 vs. 1997 Mercury MC4
To start off, 2000 BMW 325 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Mercury MC4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Mercury MC4 would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Mercury MC4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Mercury MC4 (202 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2000 BMW 325. (184 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Mercury MC4 should accelerate faster than 2000 BMW 325.
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, 1997 Mercury MC4 (387 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW 325. (246 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Mercury MC4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW 325 | 1997 Mercury MC4 | |
| Make | BMW | Mercury |
| Model | 325 | MC4 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 184 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 246 Nm | 387 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 227 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
