1992 BMW 850 vs. 2005 Mercury Montego
To start off, 2005 Mercury Montego is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 BMW 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 BMW 850 would be higher. At 4,988 cc (12 cylinders), 1992 BMW 850 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 850 (296 HP) has 93 more horse power than 2005 Mercury Montego. (203 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 850 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercury Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 850 weights approximately 58 kg more than 2005 Mercury Montego. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Mercury Montego is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 BMW 850. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Montego 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, 1992 BMW 850 (450 Nm) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercury Montego. (281 Nm). This means 1992 BMW 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercury Montego.
Compare all specifications:
1992 BMW 850 | 2005 Mercury Montego | |
Make | BMW | Mercury |
Model | 850 | Montego |
Year Released | 1992 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4988 cc | 2983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 203 HP |
Torque | 450 Nm | 281 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1732 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2870 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 72 L |