2007 BMW Convertible vs. 1968 Mercury Montclair
To start off, 2007 BMW Convertible is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mercury Montclair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mercury Montclair would be higher. At 6,393 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Mercury Montclair is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW Convertible (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1968 Mercury Montclair. (267 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW Convertible should accelerate faster than 1968 Mercury Montclair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Mercury Montclair weights approximately 148 kg more than 2007 BMW Convertible.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Mercury Montclair (546 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW Convertible. (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1968 Mercury Montclair will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW Convertible.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW Convertible | 1968 Mercury Montclair | |
Make | BMW | Mercury |
Model | Convertible | Montclair |
Year Released | 2007 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 6393 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 362 HP | 267 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 546 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1998 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 3130 mm |