1967 Bizzarrini A3C vs. 2006 Mercury Montego
To start off, 2006 Mercury Montego is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Bizzarrini A3C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Bizzarrini A3C would be higher. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Bizzarrini A3C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Bizzarrini A3C (361 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 2006 Mercury Montego. (203 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Bizzarrini A3C should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercury Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Montego weights approximately 665 kg more than 1967 Bizzarrini A3C.
Because 1967 Bizzarrini A3C 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 1967 Bizzarrini A3C. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 1967 Bizzarrini A3C (510 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercury Montego. (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1967 Bizzarrini A3C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercury Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Bizzarrini A3C | 2006 Mercury Montego | |
| Make | Bizzarrini | Mercury |
| Model | A3C | Montego |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2006 |
| Engine Size | 5354 cc | 2983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 361 HP | 203 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2870 mm |
