1978 BMW 628 vs. 2008 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2008 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 BMW 628. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 BMW 628 would be higher. At 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercury Mountaineer (210 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1978 BMW 628. (185 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1978 BMW 628.
Because 2008 Mercury Mountaineer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 BMW 628. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Mercury Mountaineer 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, 2008 Mercury Mountaineer (344 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 BMW 628. (260 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 BMW 628.
Compare all specifications:
1978 BMW 628 | 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | |
Make | BMW | Mercury |
Model | 628 | Mountaineer |
Year Released | 1978 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2997 cc | 4015 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 344 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 85 L |