2009 BMW 550 vs. 1990 Mercury Capri
To start off, 2009 BMW 550 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Mercury Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Mercury Capri would be higher. At 4,799 cc, 2009 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 550 (657 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 527 more horse power than 1990 Mercury Capri. (130 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 1990 Mercury Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 550 weights approximately 550 kg more than 1990 Mercury Capri. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 BMW 550 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 2009 BMW 550. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Mercury Capri, 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, 2009 BMW 550 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 306 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mercury Capri. (184 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mercury Capri.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 550 | 1990 Mercury Capri | |
Make | BMW | Mercury |
Model | 550 | Capri |
Year Released | 2009 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 1598 cc |
Horse Power | 657 HP | 130 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2410 mm |