2007 BMW X5 vs. 1967 Mercury Park Lane
To start off, 2007 BMW X5 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Mercury Park Lane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Mercury Park Lane would be higher. At 6,722 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Mercury Park Lane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW X5 (355 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1967 Mercury Park Lane. (325 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1967 Mercury Park Lane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW X5 weights approximately 840 kg more than 1967 Mercury Park Lane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Mercury Park Lane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 BMW X5 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, 1967 Mercury Park Lane (602 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW X5. (490 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1967 Mercury Park Lane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW X5 | 1967 Mercury Park Lane | |
Make | BMW | Mercury |
Model | X5 | Park Lane |
Year Released | 2007 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4798 cc | 6722 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 355 HP | 325 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 602 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 103 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3130 mm |