1970 BMW 2002 vs. 2006 Mercury Milan
To start off, 2006 Mercury Milan is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 BMW 2002. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 BMW 2002 would be higher. At 2,278 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mercury Milan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercury Milan (160 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1970 BMW 2002. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Milan should accelerate faster than 1970 BMW 2002. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Milan weights approximately 842 kg more than 1970 BMW 2002. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Mercury Milan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 BMW 2002. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Milan 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, 2006 Mercury Milan (213 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 BMW 2002. (157 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Milan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 BMW 2002.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 BMW 2002 | 2006 Mercury Milan | |
| Make | BMW | Mercury |
| Model | 2002 | Milan |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 2278 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1832 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 66 L |
