1999 BMW 330 vs. 1972 Mercury Montego
To start off, 1999 BMW 330 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mercury Montego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mercury Montego would be higher. At 4,095 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Mercury Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW 330 (184 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1972 Mercury Montego. (97 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1972 Mercury Montego.
Because 1999 BMW 330 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Mercury Montego. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 BMW 330 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, 1999 BMW 330 (400 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mercury Montego. (248 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1999 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mercury Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW 330 | 1972 Mercury Montego | |
| Make | BMW | Mercury |
| Model | 330 | Montego |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 4095 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 184 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 248 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3010 mm |
