2000 BMW Z9 vs. 1950 Mercury Roadster
To start off, 2000 BMW Z9 is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Mercury Roadster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Mercury Roadster would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 BMW Z9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW Z9 (282 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1950 Mercury Roadster. (108 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW Z9 should accelerate faster than 1950 Mercury Roadster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW Z9 weights approximately 136 kg more than 1950 Mercury Roadster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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.
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2000 BMW Z9 | 1950 Mercury Roadster | |
Make | BMW | Mercury |
Model | Z9 | Roadster |
Year Released | 2000 | 1950 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 3990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1686 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2960 mm |