1949 BMW 340 vs. 2006 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 BMW 340. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 BMW 340 would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer (293 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 240 more horse power than 1949 BMW 340. (53 HP @ 3750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1949 BMW 340.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 BMW 340 | 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | |
| Make | BMW | Mercury |
| Model | 340 | Mountaineer |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 293 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2890 mm |
