2007 BMW 730 vs. 1994 Mercury Grand Marquis
To start off, 2007 BMW 730 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Mercury Grand Marquis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Mercury Grand Marquis would be higher. At 4,599 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Mercury Grand Marquis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 730 (255 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1994 Mercury Grand Marquis. (208 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 1994 Mercury Grand Marquis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 730 weights approximately 105 kg more than 1994 Mercury Grand Marquis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 730 | 1994 Mercury Grand Marquis | |
| Make | BMW | Mercury |
| Model | 730 | Grand Marquis |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 4599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 5400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1980 mm |
