2007 BMW X3 vs. 1955 Mercury Montclair
To start off, 2007 BMW X3 is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Mercury Montclair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Mercury Montclair would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 1955 Mercury Montclair is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW X3 (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1955 Mercury Montclair. (159 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 1955 Mercury Montclair.
Because 2007 BMW X3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Mercury Montclair. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 BMW X3 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 X3 (480 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Mercury Montclair. (323 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Mercury Montclair.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW X3 | 1955 Mercury Montclair | |
| Make | BMW | Mercury |
| Model | X3 | Montclair |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 4196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 159 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 480 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2980 mm |
