2001 BMW M3 vs. 1968 Mercury Marauder
To start off, 2001 BMW M3 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mercury Marauder. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mercury Marauder would be higher. At 7,003 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Mercury Marauder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW M3 (342 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1968 Mercury Marauder. (205 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1968 Mercury Marauder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Mercury Marauder weights approximately 425 kg more than 2001 BMW M3.
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, 2001 BMW M3 (502 Nm) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mercury Marauder. (453 Nm). This means 2001 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mercury Marauder.
Compare all specifications:
2001 BMW M3 | 1968 Mercury Marauder | |
Make | BMW | Mercury |
Model | M3 | Marauder |
Year Released | 2001 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3246 cc | 7003 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 342 HP | 205 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 502 Nm | 453 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 2020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3160 mm |