1999 BMW Z9 vs. 1969 Mercury Montego
To start off, 1999 BMW Z9 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Mercury Montego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Mercury Montego would be higher. At 5,767 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Mercury Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW Z9 (242 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1969 Mercury Montego. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW Z9 should accelerate faster than 1969 Mercury Montego.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Z9 (560 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Mercury Montego. (382 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 BMW Z9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Mercury Montego.
Compare all specifications:
1999 BMW Z9 | 1969 Mercury Montego | |
Make | BMW | Mercury |
Model | Z9 | Montego |
Year Released | 1999 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3901 cc | 5767 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 242 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 560 Nm | 382 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 5300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 3010 mm |