2004 BMW 330 vs. 1991 Mercury Tracer
To start off, 2004 BMW 330 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Mercury Tracer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Mercury Tracer would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 330 (225 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1991 Mercury Tracer. (127 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1991 Mercury Tracer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 330 weights approximately 390 kg more than 1991 Mercury Tracer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 BMW 330 (300 Nm) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Mercury Tracer. (154 Nm). This means 2004 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Mercury Tracer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 330 | 1991 Mercury Tracer | |
| Make | BMW | Mercury |
| Model | 330 | Tracer |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 1839 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2510 mm |
