2008 BMW X5 vs. 1967 Mercury Brougham
To start off, 2008 BMW X5 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Mercury Brougham. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Mercury Brougham would be higher. At 6,990 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Mercury Brougham is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW X5 (351 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1967 Mercury Brougham. (340 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1967 Mercury Brougham.
Because 2008 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Mercury Brougham. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 BMW X5 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, 1967 Mercury Brougham (627 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW X5. (475 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1967 Mercury Brougham will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW X5 | 1967 Mercury Brougham | |
Make | BMW | Mercury |
Model | X5 | Brougham |
Year Released | 2008 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 6990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 351 HP | 340 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 627 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 3130 mm |