2007 BMW 328 vs. 1971 Mercury Monterey
To start off, 2007 BMW 328 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mercury Monterey. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mercury Monterey would be higher. At 5,768 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Mercury Monterey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 328 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1971 Mercury Monterey. (163 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 1971 Mercury Monterey.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Mercury Monterey (383 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 328. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1971 Mercury Monterey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 328. 1971 Mercury Monterey has automatic transmission and 2007 BMW 328 has manual transmission. 2007 BMW 328 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1971 Mercury Monterey will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 328 | 1971 Mercury Monterey | |
Make | BMW | Mercury |
Model | 328 | Monterey |
Year Released | 2007 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 5768 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 383 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3160 mm |