1978 BMW 520 vs. 2006 Mercury Montego
To start off, 2006 Mercury Montego is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 BMW 520. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 BMW 520 would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mercury Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercury Montego (203 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1978 BMW 520. (135 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Montego should accelerate faster than 1978 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Montego weights approximately 255 kg more than 1978 BMW 520. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 BMW 520 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 1978 BMW 520. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Mercury Montego (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 BMW 520. (280 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
1978 BMW 520 | 2006 Mercury Montego | |
Make | BMW | Mercury |
Model | 520 | Montego |
Year Released | 1978 | 2006 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1951 cc | 2983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 135 HP | 203 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 281 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2870 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 5 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 8.1 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 72 L |