2009 BMW 330 vs. 1969 Mercury Monterey
To start off, 2009 BMW 330 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Mercury Monterey. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Mercury Monterey would be higher. At 7,032 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Mercury Monterey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 330 (228 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1969 Mercury Monterey. (208 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1969 Mercury Monterey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Mercury Monterey weights approximately 285 kg more than 2009 BMW 330.
Because 2009 BMW 330 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Mercury Monterey. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 BMW 330 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, 2009 BMW 330 (501 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Mercury Monterey. (452 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Mercury Monterey. 1969 Mercury Monterey has automatic transmission and 2009 BMW 330 has manual transmission. 2009 BMW 330 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1969 Mercury Monterey will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 330 | 1969 Mercury Monterey | |
| Make | BMW | Mercury |
| Model | 330 | Monterey |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 7032 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 501 Nm | 452 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1775 kg | 2060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3160 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 85 L |
