2008 BMW X5 vs. 1968 Mercury Marauder
To start off, 2008 BMW X5 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mercury Marauder. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mercury Marauder would be higher. At 7,003 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Mercury Marauder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW X5 (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1968 Mercury Marauder. (205 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1968 Mercury Marauder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW X5 weights approximately 150 kg more than 1968 Mercury Marauder. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Mercury Marauder. 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, 2008 BMW X5 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mercury Marauder. (453 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2008 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mercury Marauder.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW X5 | 1968 Mercury Marauder | |
| Make | BMW | Mercury |
| Model | X5 | Marauder |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 7003 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 453 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2170 kg | 2020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3160 mm |
