2005 BMW 525 vs. 1968 Mercury Marauder
To start off, 2005 BMW 525 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mercury Marauder. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mercury Marauder would be higher. At 7,003 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Mercury Marauder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 525 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1968 Mercury Marauder. (205 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1968 Mercury Marauder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Mercury Marauder weights approximately 334 kg more than 2005 BMW 525.
Because 2005 BMW 525 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Mercury Marauder. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 BMW 525 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 Marauder (453 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 525. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1968 Mercury Marauder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 525 | 1968 Mercury Marauder | |
Make | BMW | Mercury |
Model | 525 | Marauder |
Year Released | 2005 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 7003 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 205 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 453 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1686 kg | 2020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3160 mm |