2007 BMW M vs. 1999 Mercury Tracer
To start off, 2007 BMW M is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Mercury Tracer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Mercury Tracer would be higher. At 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW M (330 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 1999 Mercury Tracer. (109 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW M should accelerate faster than 1999 Mercury Tracer.
Because 2007 BMW M 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 M. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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 M (355 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mercury Tracer. (174 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2007 BMW M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mercury Tracer.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW M | 1999 Mercury Tracer | |
Make | BMW | Mercury |
Model | M | Tracer |
Year Released | 2007 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3246 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 330 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 355 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2510 mm |