2008 BMW X3 vs. 1972 Mercury Monterey
To start off, 2008 BMW X3 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mercury Monterey. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mercury Monterey would be higher. At 5,769 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Mercury Monterey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW X3 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1972 Mercury Monterey. (164 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 1972 Mercury Monterey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW X3 weights approximately 174 kg more than 1972 Mercury Monterey. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 BMW X3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Mercury Monterey. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 BMW X3 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 Monterey (383 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW X3. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1972 Mercury Monterey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW X3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW X3 | 1972 Mercury Monterey | |
| Make | BMW | Mercury |
| Model | X3 | Monterey |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 5769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 164 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 383 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2104 kg | 1930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3160 mm |
