2006 BMW M6 vs. 1995 Mercury Tracer
To start off, 2006 BMW M6 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Mercury Tracer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Mercury Tracer would be higher. At 5,000 cc (10 cylinders), 2006 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW M6 (507 HP) has 380 more horse power than 1995 Mercury Tracer. (127 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 1995 Mercury Tracer.
Because 2006 BMW M6 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 BMW M6. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Mercury Tracer, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2006 BMW M6 (705 Nm) has 551 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mercury Tracer. (154 Nm). This means 2006 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mercury Tracer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW M6 | 1995 Mercury Tracer | |
| Make | BMW | Mercury |
| Model | M6 | Tracer |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5000 cc | 1839 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 507 HP | 127 HP |
| Torque | 705 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1350 mm |
