2004 BMW 325 vs. 1970 Mercury Marauder
To start off, 2004 BMW 325 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mercury Marauder. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mercury Marauder would be higher. At 6,392 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Mercury Marauder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 325 (189 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1970 Mercury Marauder. (171 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1970 Mercury Marauder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Mercury Marauder weights approximately 285 kg more than 2004 BMW 325.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Mercury Marauder (383 Nm) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 325. (237 Nm). This means 1970 Mercury Marauder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 325 | 1970 Mercury Marauder | |
| Make | BMW | Mercury |
| Model | 325 | Marauder |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2491 cc | 6392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 383 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3160 mm |
