2008 BMW 760 vs. 2004 Mercury Montego

To start off, 2008 BMW 760 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mercury Montego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mercury Montego would be higher. At 5,972 cc (12 cylinders), 2008 BMW 760 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 760 (440 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 243 more horse power than 2004 Mercury Montego. (197 HP @ 5650 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 760 should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercury Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 760 weights approximately 450 kg more than 2004 Mercury Montego. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2008 BMW 760 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 BMW 760. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Mercury Montego, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2008 BMW 760 (600 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 328 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercury Montego. (272 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 760 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercury Montego.

Compare all specifications:

2008 BMW 760 2004 Mercury Montego
Make BMW Mercury
Model 760 Montego
Year Released 2008 2004
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5972 cc 2967 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 440 HP 197 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5650 RPM
Torque 600 Nm 272 Nm
Torque RPM 3250 RPM 4500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 2105 kg 1655 kg
Vehicle Length 5040 mm 5100 mm
Vehicle Width 1910 mm 1880 mm
Vehicle Height 1500 mm 1530 mm
Wheelbase Size 3000 mm 2870 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 88 L 72 L


 

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