2008 BMW X5 vs. 1974 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 2008 BMW X5 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mercury Cougar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mercury Cougar would be higher. At 5,764 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW X5 (351 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 1974 Mercury Cougar. (152 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1974 Mercury Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW X5 weights approximately 170 kg more than 1974 Mercury Cougar. 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 1974 Mercury Cougar. 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 (475 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mercury Cougar. (377 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2008 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mercury Cougar.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW X5 | 1974 Mercury Cougar | |
| Make | BMW | Mercury |
| Model | X5 | Cougar |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1974 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 5764 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 351 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 377 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 2030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2910 mm |
