1968 BMW 2002 vs. 2004 Mercury Montego
To start off, 2004 Mercury Montego is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 BMW 2002. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 BMW 2002 would be higher. At 3,392 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mercury Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercury Montego (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1968 BMW 2002. (130 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercury Montego should accelerate faster than 1968 BMW 2002. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercury Montego weights approximately 704 kg more than 1968 BMW 2002. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Mercury Montego is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 BMW 2002. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Mercury Montego will offer significantly more control. 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, 2004 Mercury Montego (326 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 BMW 2002. (178 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 BMW 2002.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 BMW 2002 | 2004 Mercury Montego | |
| Make | BMW | Mercury |
| Model | 2002 | Montego |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 3392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 223 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 326 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2870 mm |
