1965 Jaguar MK II vs. 2007 Mercury Monterey
To start off, 2007 Mercury Monterey is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Jaguar MK II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Jaguar MK II would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mercury Monterey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercury Monterey (201 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1965 Jaguar MK II. (120 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercury Monterey should accelerate faster than 1965 Jaguar MK II.
Because 1965 Jaguar MK II 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 1965 Jaguar MK II. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Mercury Monterey, 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, 2007 Mercury Monterey (357 Nm @ 3650 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Jaguar MK II. (195 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Mercury Monterey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Jaguar MK II.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Jaguar MK II | 2007 Mercury Monterey | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mercury |
| Model | MK II | Monterey |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2483 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 357 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3650 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3070 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 98 L |
