2007 BMW 335 vs. 1990 Mercury Tracer
To start off, 2007 BMW 335 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Mercury Tracer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Mercury Tracer would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 335 (302 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1990 Mercury Tracer. (127 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1990 Mercury Tracer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 335 weights approximately 440 kg more than 1990 Mercury Tracer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 BMW 335 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 2007 BMW 335. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 2007 BMW 335 (400 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mercury Tracer. (154 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mercury Tracer.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 335 | 1990 Mercury Tracer | |
Make | BMW | Mercury |
Model | 335 | Tracer |
Year Released | 2007 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1839 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 302 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 154 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2510 mm |