2007 BMW 525 vs. 1982 Mercury LN7
To start off, 2007 BMW 525 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Mercury LN7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Mercury LN7 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 525 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1982 Mercury LN7. (70 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1982 Mercury LN7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 525 weights approximately 302 kg more than 1982 Mercury LN7. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 BMW 525 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Mercury LN7. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 BMW 525 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, 2007 BMW 525 (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Mercury LN7. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Mercury LN7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 525 | 1982 Mercury LN7 | |
| Make | BMW | Mercury |
| Model | 525 | LN7 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.8 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Top Speed | 232 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 978 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 43 L |
