2004 BMW 325 vs. 1973 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 2004 BMW 325 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mercury Cougar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mercury Cougar would be higher. At 7,542 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Mercury Cougar (213 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2004 BMW 325. (184 HP @ 7250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 510 kg more than 2004 BMW 325. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Mercury Cougar (498 Nm) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 325. (237 Nm). This means 1973 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 325 | 1973 Mercury Cougar | |
| Make | BMW | Mercury |
| Model | 325 | Cougar |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2490 cc | 7542 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 184 HP | 213 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 498 Nm |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 2105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2910 mm |
