2005 Beijing BJ 2020 vs. 1968 Mercury Montclair
To start off, 2005 Beijing BJ 2020 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mercury Montclair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mercury Montclair would be higher. At 6,393 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Mercury Montclair is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Mercury Montclair (267 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 2005 Beijing BJ 2020. (86 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Mercury Montclair should accelerate faster than 2005 Beijing BJ 2020. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Mercury Montclair weights approximately 414 kg more than 2005 Beijing BJ 2020. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Beijing BJ 2020 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Mercury Montclair. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Beijing BJ 2020 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1968 Mercury Montclair (546 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 373 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Beijing BJ 2020. (173 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1968 Mercury Montclair will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Beijing BJ 2020.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Beijing BJ 2020 | 1968 Mercury Montclair | |
Make | Beijing | Mercury |
Model | BJ 2020 | Montclair |
Year Released | 2005 | 1968 |
Engine Size | 2445 cc | 6393 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 267 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 173 Nm | 546 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1584 kg | 1998 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 5560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 3130 mm |