2009 BMW 550 vs. 1993 Mercury Capri
To start off, 2009 BMW 550 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Mercury Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 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 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 262 more horse power than 1993 Mercury Capri. (100 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 1993 Mercury Capri.
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, 1993 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 (491 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 361 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mercury Capri. (130 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mercury Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 550 | 1993 Mercury Capri | |
| Make | BMW | Mercury |
| Model | 550 | Capri |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 1598 cc |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 491 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2410 mm |
