2008 BMW X5 vs. 1969 Mercury Montego
To start off, 2008 BMW X5 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Mercury Montego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Mercury Montego would be higher. At 7,033 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Mercury Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW X5 (260 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1969 Mercury Montego. (209 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1969 Mercury Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Mercury Montego weights approximately 425 kg more than 2008 BMW X5.
Because 2008 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Mercury Montego. 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, 1969 Mercury Montego (452 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW X5. (305 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1969 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW X5. 2008 BMW X5 has automatic transmission and 1969 Mercury Montego has manual transmission. 1969 Mercury Montego will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 BMW X5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW X5 | 1969 Mercury Montego | |
| Make | BMW | Mercury |
| Model | X5 | Montego |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3001 cc | 7033 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 209 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 452 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 3010 mm |
