1961 Jaguar MK X vs. 1972 Mercury Montego
To start off, 1972 Mercury Montego is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Jaguar MK X. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Jaguar MK X would be higher. At 4,095 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Mercury Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Jaguar MK X (252 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1972 Mercury Montego. (97 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Jaguar MK X should accelerate faster than 1972 Mercury Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Jaguar MK X weights approximately 195 kg more than 1972 Mercury Montego. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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. Let's talk about torque, 1961 Jaguar MK X (360 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mercury Montego. (248 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1961 Jaguar MK X will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mercury Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Jaguar MK X | 1972 Mercury Montego | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mercury |
| Model | MK X | Montego |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3781 cc | 4095 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 248 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 5300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3010 mm |
