1960 BMW 700 vs. 2005 Mercury Montego
To start off, 2005 Mercury Montego is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 BMW 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 BMW 700 would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Montego (197 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1960 BMW 700. (38 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Montego should accelerate faster than 1960 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Montego weights approximately 996 kg more than 1960 BMW 700. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 BMW 700 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 1960 BMW 700. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Montego, 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, 2005 Mercury Montego (272 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 BMW 700. (52 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
1960 BMW 700 | 2005 Mercury Montego | |
Make | BMW | Mercury |
Model | 700 | Montego |
Year Released | 1960 | 2005 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 697 cc | 2967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5650 RPM |
Torque | 52 Nm | 272 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 1656 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2900 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 72 L |