1967 Mercury Montclair vs. 1993 Mini MK VI
To start off, 1993 Mini MK VI is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Mercury Montclair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Mercury Montclair would be higher. At 6,393 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Mercury Montclair is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Mercury Montclair (267 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 1993 Mini MK VI. (41 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Mercury Montclair should accelerate faster than 1993 Mini MK VI. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Mercury Montclair weights approximately 740 kg more than 1993 Mini MK VI. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Mercury Montclair 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 Mercury Montclair. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Mini MK VI, 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 Mercury Montclair (546 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 478 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mini MK VI. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1967 Mercury Montclair will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mini MK VI.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Mercury Montclair | 1993 Mini MK VI | |
Make | Mercury | Mini |
Model | Montclair | MK VI |
Year Released | 1967 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6393 cc | 998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 267 HP | 41 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 546 Nm | 68 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 620 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 3060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1450 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2040 mm |