1967 Mercury Montclair vs. 2008 Peugeot 207
To start off, 2008 Peugeot 207 is newer by 41 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 6,722 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Mercury Montclair is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Mercury Montclair (325 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 2008 Peugeot 207. (118 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Mercury Montclair should accelerate faster than 2008 Peugeot 207.
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, 2008 Peugeot 207, 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 (602 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 441 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Peugeot 207. (161 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1967 Mercury Montclair will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Peugeot 207.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Mercury Montclair | 2008 Peugeot 207 | |
Make | Mercury | Peugeot |
Model | Montclair | 207 |
Year Released | 1967 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6722 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 602 Nm | 161 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2550 mm |