2005 BMW 530 vs. 1973 Mercury Montego
To start off, 2005 BMW 530 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mercury Montego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mercury Montego would be higher. At 4,095 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Mercury Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 530 (254 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1973 Mercury Montego. (96 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1973 Mercury Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mercury Montego weights approximately 80 kg more than 2005 BMW 530.
Because 2005 BMW 530 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Mercury Montego. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 BMW 530 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, 2005 BMW 530 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mercury Montego. (248 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mercury Montego. 2005 BMW 530 has automatic transmission and 1973 Mercury Montego has manual transmission. 1973 Mercury Montego will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 BMW 530 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 530 | 1973 Mercury Montego | |
| Make | BMW | Mercury |
| Model | 530 | Montego |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 4095 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 248 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 93.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3010 mm |
