2007 BMW X5 vs. 1969 Mercury Montego
To start off, 2007 BMW X5 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Mercury Montego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Mercury Montego would be higher. At 7,033 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Mercury Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Mercury Montego (209 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2007 BMW X5. (202 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Mercury Montego should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW X5 weights approximately 124 kg more than 1969 Mercury Montego.
Because 2007 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Mercury Montego. 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, 2007 BMW X5 (480 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Mercury Montego. (452 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2007 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Mercury Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW X5 | 1969 Mercury Montego | |
| Make | BMW | Mercury |
| Model | X5 | Montego |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 7033 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 209 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 480 Nm | 452 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2099 kg | 1975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3010 mm |
