2007 BMW 330 vs. 1985 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 2007 BMW 330 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Mercury Cougar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Mercury Cougar would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 330 weights approximately 45 kg more than 1985 Mercury Cougar.
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.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 330 | 1985 Mercury Cougar | |
Make | BMW | Mercury |
Model | 330 | Cougar |
Year Released | 2007 | 1985 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 254 HP | 0 HP |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2650 mm |