2006 BMW Z4 vs. 1997 Mercury MC4
To start off, 2006 BMW Z4 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Mercury MC4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Mercury MC4 would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Mercury MC4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW Z4 (255 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1997 Mercury MC4. (202 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1997 Mercury MC4.
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, 1997 Mercury MC4 (387 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW Z4. (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1997 Mercury MC4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW Z4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW Z4 | 1997 Mercury MC4 | |
| Make | BMW | Mercury |
| Model | Z4 | MC4 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 387 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
