2008 BMW 330 vs. 1970 Mercury Marauder
To start off, 2008 BMW 330 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mercury Marauder. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mercury Marauder would be higher. At 6,392 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Mercury Marauder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 330 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1970 Mercury Marauder. (171 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1970 Mercury Marauder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Mercury Marauder weights approximately 315 kg more than 2008 BMW 330.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Mercury Marauder (383 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 330. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1970 Mercury Marauder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 330 | 1970 Mercury Marauder | |
Make | BMW | Mercury |
Model | 330 | Marauder |
Year Released | 2008 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 6392 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 171 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 383 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1995 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3160 mm |