2004 BMW 745 vs. 1969 Mercury Marauder
To start off, 2004 BMW 745 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Mercury Marauder. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Mercury Marauder would be higher. At 6,392 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Mercury Marauder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 745 (322 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1969 Mercury Marauder. (172 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 745 should accelerate faster than 1969 Mercury Marauder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 745 weights approximately 30 kg more than 1969 Mercury Marauder. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2004 BMW 745 (447 Nm) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Mercury Marauder. (383 Nm). This means 2004 BMW 745 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Mercury Marauder.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 745 | 1969 Mercury Marauder | |
| Make | BMW | Mercury |
| Model | 745 | Marauder |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4390 cc | 6392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 322 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 383 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2025 kg | 1995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 5640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 3160 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 85 L |
