1966 AC Cobra vs. 2005 Mercury Montego
To start off, 2005 Mercury Montego is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 AC Cobra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 AC Cobra would be higher. At 6,997 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 AC Cobra (410 HP) has 207 more horse power than 2005 Mercury Montego. (203 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1966 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercury Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Montego weights approximately 516 kg more than 1966 AC Cobra.
Because 1966 AC Cobra 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 1966 AC Cobra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Montego, 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, 1966 AC Cobra (651 Nm) has 369 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercury Montego. (282 Nm). This means 1966 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercury Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 AC Cobra | 2005 Mercury Montego | |
| Make | AC | Mercury |
| Model | Cobra | Montego |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6997 cc | 2983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 410 HP | 203 HP |
| Torque | 651 Nm | 282 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 107.7 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 79 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1147 kg | 1663 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 72 L |
