2008 BMW M6 vs. 1974 Mercury Montego
To start off, 2008 BMW M6 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mercury Montego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mercury Montego would be higher. At 4,999 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW M6 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 404 more horse power than 1974 Mercury Montego. (96 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 1974 Mercury Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW M6 weights approximately 245 kg more than 1974 Mercury Montego. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 M6 (519 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mercury Montego. (248 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2008 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mercury Montego.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW M6 | 1974 Mercury Montego | |
Make | BMW | Mercury |
Model | M6 | Montego |
Year Released | 2008 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4999 cc | 4095 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 519 Nm | 248 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1695 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 3010 mm |