1956 BMW 507 vs. 1968 Mercury Marauder
To start off, 1968 Mercury Marauder is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 BMW 507. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 BMW 507 would be higher. At 7,003 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Mercury Marauder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Mercury Marauder (205 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1956 BMW 507. (148 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Mercury Marauder should accelerate faster than 1956 BMW 507. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Mercury Marauder weights approximately 766 kg more than 1956 BMW 507. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1968 Mercury Marauder (453 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 BMW 507. (220 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1968 Mercury Marauder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 BMW 507.
Compare all specifications:
1956 BMW 507 | 1968 Mercury Marauder | |
Make | BMW | Mercury |
Model | 507 | Marauder |
Year Released | 1956 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3169 cc | 7003 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 205 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 453 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1254 kg | 2020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 5640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 3160 mm |