2001 BMW Z22 vs. 2011 Mercury Grand Marquis
To start off, 2011 Mercury Grand Marquis is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 BMW Z22. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW Z22 would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Mercury Grand Marquis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW Z22 (328 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2011 Mercury Grand Marquis. (224 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW Z22 should accelerate faster than 2011 Mercury Grand Marquis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 252 kg more than 2001 BMW Z22.
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, 2011 Mercury Grand Marquis (372 Nm) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW Z22. (350 Nm). This means 2011 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW Z22.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW Z22 | 2011 Mercury Grand Marquis | |
| Make | BMW | Mercury |
| Model | Z22 | Grand Marquis |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3169 cc | 4600 cc |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 372 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1867 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2911 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 72 L |
