2006 BMW X5 vs. 1967 Mercury Montclair
To start off, 2006 BMW X5 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Mercury Montclair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Mercury Montclair would be higher. At 6,722 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Mercury Montclair is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Mercury Montclair (325 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2006 BMW X5. (227 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Mercury Montclair should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW X5 weights approximately 666 kg more than 1967 Mercury Montclair.
Because 2006 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Mercury Montclair. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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 Montclair (602 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 312 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW X5. (290 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1967 Mercury Montclair will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW X5 | 1967 Mercury Montclair | |
Make | BMW | Mercury |
Model | X5 | Montclair |
Year Released | 2006 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2978 cc | 6722 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 325 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 290 Nm | 602 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1404 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3130 mm |