1964 DKW F 102 vs. 1969 Mercury Montego
To start off, 1969 Mercury Montego is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 DKW F 102. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 DKW F 102 would be higher. At 4,095 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Mercury Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Mercury Montego (96 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1964 DKW F 102. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Mercury Montego should accelerate faster than 1964 DKW F 102. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Mercury Montego weights approximately 785 kg more than 1964 DKW F 102. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 Mercury Montego 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 1969 Mercury Montego. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1964 DKW F 102, 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, 1969 Mercury Montego (248 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 DKW F 102. (103 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1969 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 DKW F 102.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 DKW F 102 | 1969 Mercury Montego | |
| Make | DKW | Mercury |
| Model | F 102 | Montego |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1175 cc | 4095 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 248 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.5 mm | 93.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 3010 mm |
