2004 BMW 330 vs. 1968 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 2004 BMW 330 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mercury Cougar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mercury Cougar would be higher. At 5,769 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 330 (225 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1968 Mercury Cougar. (194 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1968 Mercury Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 110 kg more than 2004 BMW 330.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 BMW 330 (300 Nm) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mercury Cougar. (297 Nm). This means 2004 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mercury Cougar.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 330 | 1968 Mercury Cougar | |
| Make | BMW | Mercury |
| Model | 330 | Cougar |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 5769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 194 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2830 mm |
