2007 BMW Alpina vs. 1991 Mercury Tracer
To start off, 2007 BMW Alpina is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Mercury Tracer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Mercury Tracer would be higher. At 4,397 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW Alpina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW Alpina (500 HP) has 373 more horse power than 1991 Mercury Tracer. (127 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW Alpina should accelerate faster than 1991 Mercury Tracer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW Alpina weights approximately 875 kg more than 1991 Mercury Tracer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW Alpina (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 546 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Mercury Tracer. (154 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW Alpina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Mercury Tracer.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW Alpina | 1991 Mercury Tracer | |
Make | BMW | Mercury |
Model | Alpina | Tracer |
Year Released | 2007 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4397 cc | 1839 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 127 HP |
Torque | 700 Nm | 154 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2510 mm |