2005 BMW X5 vs. 1967 Mercury Park Lane

To start off, 2005 BMW X5 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Mercury Park Lane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Mercury Park Lane would be higher. At 6,990 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Mercury Park Lane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Mercury Park Lane (340 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 2005 BMW X5. (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Mercury Park Lane should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW X5 weights approximately 810 kg more than 1967 Mercury Park Lane.

Because 2005 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Mercury Park Lane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 BMW X5 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, 1967 Mercury Park Lane (626 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW X5. (520 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1967 Mercury Park Lane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW X5.

Compare all specifications:

2005 BMW X5 1967 Mercury Park Lane
Make BMW Mercury
Model X5 Park Lane
Year Released 2005 1967
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2926 cc 6990 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 215 HP 340 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 4600 RPM
Torque 520 Nm 626 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 2800 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 18.0:1 10.5:1
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Vehicle Weight 2170 kg 1360 kg
Vehicle Length 4670 mm 5560 mm
Vehicle Width 1880 mm 1990 mm
Vehicle Height 1720 mm 1430 mm
Wheelbase Size 2830 mm 3130 mm


 

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