2009 BMW X5 vs. 1969 Mercury Marauder
To start off, 2009 BMW X5 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Mercury Marauder. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Mercury Marauder would be higher. At 6,392 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Mercury Marauder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW X5 (350 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1969 Mercury Marauder. (172 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1969 Mercury Marauder.
Because 2009 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Mercury Marauder. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 BMW X5 (475 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Mercury Marauder. (383 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2009 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Mercury Marauder.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW X5 | 1969 Mercury Marauder | |
| Make | BMW | Mercury |
| Model | X5 | Marauder |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 6392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 383 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 3160 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 85 L |
