1948 Bugatti Type 73 vs. 1967 Mercury Montclair
To start off, 1967 Mercury Montclair is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Bugatti Type 73. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Bugatti Type 73 would be higher. At 6,393 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Mercury Montclair is equipped with a bigger engine.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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.
Compare all specifications:
1948 Bugatti Type 73 | 1967 Mercury Montclair | |
Make | Bugatti | Mercury |
Model | Type 73 | Montclair |
Year Released | 1948 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1461 cc | 6393 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 267 HP |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |