1980 BMW 725 vs. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 BMW 725. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 BMW 725 would be higher. At 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer (210 HP) has 62 more horse power than 1980 BMW 725. (148 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1980 BMW 725.
Because 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 BMW 725. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer (345 Nm) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 BMW 725. (215 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 BMW 725.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 BMW 725 | 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | |
| Make | BMW | Mercury |
| Model | 725 | Mountaineer |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 4015 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 210 HP |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.6 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2920 mm |
