1946 Daimler DE 36 vs. 2005 Mercury Montego
To start off, 2005 Mercury Montego is newer by 59 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1946 Daimler DE 36. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1946 Daimler DE 36 would be higher. At 5,459 cc (8 cylinders), 1946 Daimler DE 36 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Montego (197 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1946 Daimler DE 36. (150 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Montego should accelerate faster than 1946 Daimler DE 36. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1946 Daimler DE 36 weights approximately 1037 kg more than 2005 Mercury Montego.
Because 1946 Daimler DE 36 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1946 Daimler DE 36. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Montego, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1946 Daimler DE 36 (342 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercury Montego. (272 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1946 Daimler DE 36 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercury Montego. 2005 Mercury Montego has automatic transmission and 1946 Daimler DE 36 has manual transmission. 1946 Daimler DE 36 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Mercury Montego will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1946 Daimler DE 36 | 2005 Mercury Montego | |
| Make | Daimler | Mercury |
| Model | DE 36 | Montego |
| Year Released | 1946 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5459 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5650 RPM |
| Torque | 342 Nm | 272 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 120 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2693 kg | 1656 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3740 mm | 2900 mm |
