1983 BMW 320 vs. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 BMW 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 BMW 320 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 90 more horse power than 1983 BMW 320. (120 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1983 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 867 kg more than 1983 BMW 320. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer (344 Nm) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 BMW 320. (171 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 BMW 320 | 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | |
| Make | BMW | Mercury |
| Model | 320 | Mountaineer |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 4015 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 210 HP |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1917 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 85 L |
