2004 BMW 325 vs. 1972 Mercury Montego
To start off, 2004 BMW 325 is newer by 32 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 5,752 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Mercury Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 325 (184 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1972 Mercury Montego. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1972 Mercury Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Mercury Montego weights approximately 390 kg more than 2004 BMW 325.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Mercury Montego (374 Nm) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 325. (237 Nm). This means 1972 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 325 | 1972 Mercury Montego | |
| Make | BMW | Mercury |
| Model | 325 | Montego |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2490 cc | 5752 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 184 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 374 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3000 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 78 L |
