2007 BMW X5 vs. 1978 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 2007 BMW X5 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mercury Cougar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mercury Cougar would be higher. At 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW X5 (350 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 1978 Mercury Cougar. (133 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1978 Mercury Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW X5 weights approximately 345 kg more than 1978 Mercury Cougar. 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 1978 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 (476 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mercury Cougar. (336 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2007 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mercury Cougar.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW X5 | 1978 Mercury Cougar | |
Make | BMW | Mercury |
Model | X5 | Cougar |
Year Released | 2007 | 1978 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 4941 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 476 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2910 mm |