1960 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2006 Mercury Montego
To start off, 2006 Mercury Montego is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 6,389 cc (8 cylinders), 1960 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Cadillac Eldorado (210 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2006 Mercury Montego. (203 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercury Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 265 kg more than 2006 Mercury Montego. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Mercury Montego is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Cadillac Eldorado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Montego 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, 1960 Cadillac Eldorado (590 Nm) has 309 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercury Montego. (281 Nm). This means 1960 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercury Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Cadillac Eldorado | 2006 Mercury Montego | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mercury |
| Model | Eldorado | Montego |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6389 cc | 2983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 203 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2190 kg | 1925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5670 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 72 L |
