1957 Maserati 300 vs. 1969 Mercury Montego
To start off, 1969 Mercury Montego is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Maserati 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Maserati 300 would be higher. At 5,767 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Mercury Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Maserati 300 (242 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1969 Mercury Montego. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Maserati 300 should accelerate faster than 1969 Mercury Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Mercury Montego weights approximately 1105 kg more than 1957 Maserati 300.
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:
| 1957 Maserati 300 | 1969 Mercury Montego | |
| Make | Maserati | Mercury |
| Model | 300 | Montego |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1969 |
| Engine Size | 2991 cc | 5767 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 5300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 990 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 3010 mm |
