2006 Mercury Montego vs. 1963 BMW 3200 CS
To start off, 2006 Mercury Montego is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 BMW 3200 CS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 BMW 3200 CS would be higher. At 3,169 cc (8 cylinders), 1963 BMW 3200 CS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercury Montego (203 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1963 BMW 3200 CS. (160 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Montego should accelerate faster than 1963 BMW 3200 CS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Montego weights approximately 425 kg more than 1963 BMW 3200 CS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1963 BMW 3200 CS is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1963 BMW 3200 CS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Montego, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2006 Mercury Montego (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 BMW 3200 CS. (240 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 BMW 3200 CS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercury Montego | 1963 BMW 3200 CS | |
| Make | Mercury | BMW |
| Model | Montego | 3200 CS |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 3169 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 75 L |
