1965 Bristol 408 vs. 2005 Mercury Montego
To start off, 2005 Mercury Montego is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Bristol 408. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Bristol 408 would be higher. At 5,130 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Bristol 408 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Bristol 408 (215 HP) has 12 more horse power than 2005 Mercury Montego. (203 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Bristol 408 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercury Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Montego weights approximately 147 kg more than 1965 Bristol 408.
Because 2005 Mercury Montego is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Bristol 408. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1965 Bristol 408 (464 Nm) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercury Montego. (281 Nm). This means 1965 Bristol 408 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercury Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Bristol 408 | 2005 Mercury Montego | |
| Make | Bristol | Mercury |
| Model | 408 | Montego |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5130 cc | 2983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 203 HP |
| Torque | 464 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.6 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 79 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1732 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 72 L |
