2007 BMW 750 vs. 1974 Mercury Montego
To start off, 2007 BMW 750 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mercury Montego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mercury Montego would be higher. At 6,555 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Mercury Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 750 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1974 Mercury Montego. (168 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 1974 Mercury Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Mercury Montego weights approximately 24 kg more than 2007 BMW 750.
Because 2007 BMW 750 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Mercury Montego. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 BMW 750 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 750 (488 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mercury Montego. (403 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mercury Montego.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 750 | 1974 Mercury Montego | |
Make | BMW | Mercury |
Model | 750 | Montego |
Year Released | 2007 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4797 cc | 6555 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 360 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 403 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 101.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.4:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 1859 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 5840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 3000 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 87 L |