1969 Mercury Monterey vs. 2013 BMW X6
To start off, 2013 BMW X6 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Mercury Monterey. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Mercury Monterey would be higher. At 5,769 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Mercury Monterey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW X6 (296 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1969 Mercury Monterey. (163 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 1969 Mercury Monterey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW X6 weights approximately 440 kg more than 1969 Mercury Monterey. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 BMW X6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Mercury Monterey. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 BMW X6 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, 2013 BMW X6 (610 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Mercury Monterey. (383 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Mercury Monterey.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Mercury Monterey | 2013 BMW X6 | |
Make | Mercury | BMW |
Model | Monterey | X6 |
Year Released | 1969 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5769 cc | 4395 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 383 Nm | 610 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1930 kg | 2370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4877 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2195 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2933 mm |