2008 BMW 530 vs. 1972 Mercury Montego
To start off, 2008 BMW 530 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mercury Montego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mercury Montego would be higher. At 5,752 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Mercury Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 530 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1972 Mercury Montego. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1972 Mercury Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Mercury Montego weights approximately 470 kg more than 2008 BMW 530.
Because 2008 BMW 530 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Mercury Montego. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 BMW 530 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, 1972 Mercury Montego (374 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 530. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1972 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 530. 1972 Mercury Montego has automatic transmission and 2008 BMW 530 has manual transmission. 2008 BMW 530 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1972 Mercury Montego will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 530 | 1972 Mercury Montego | |
| Make | BMW | Mercury |
| Model | 530 | Montego |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 5752 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 374 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3000 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 78 L |
