2000 BMW 730 vs. 1997 Mercury Grand Marquis
To start off, 2000 BMW 730 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Mercury Grand Marquis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Mercury Grand Marquis would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Mercury Grand Marquis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Mercury Grand Marquis (208 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2000 BMW 730. (190 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Mercury Grand Marquis should accelerate faster than 2000 BMW 730. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW 730 weights approximately 30 kg more than 1997 Mercury Grand Marquis.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW 730 | 1997 Mercury Grand Marquis | |
| Make | BMW | Mercury |
| Model | 730 | Grand Marquis |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 5400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1980 mm |
