2007 BMW X5 vs. 1974 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 2007 BMW X5 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mercury Cougar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mercury Cougar would be higher. At 5,764 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW X5 (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1974 Mercury Cougar. (152 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1974 Mercury Cougar.
Because 2007 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Mercury Cougar. 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 @ 1750 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mercury Cougar. (377 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mercury Cougar.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW X5 | 1974 Mercury Cougar | |
| Make | BMW | Mercury |
| Model | X5 | Cougar |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1974 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 5764 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 480 Nm | 377 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2010 mm |
