1967 Mercury Montclair vs. 2011 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2011 GMC Sierra is newer by 44 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 6,989 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Mercury Montclair is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 GMC Sierra (353 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1967 Mercury Montclair. (340 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1967 Mercury Montclair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 GMC Sierra weights approximately 1075 kg more than 1967 Mercury Montclair. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 GMC Sierra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Mercury Montclair. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 GMC Sierra will offer significantly more control. 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 (626 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 GMC Sierra. (506 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1967 Mercury Montclair will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 GMC Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Mercury Montclair | 2011 GMC Sierra | |
Make | Mercury | GMC |
Model | Montclair | Sierra |
Year Released | 1967 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6989 cc | 5999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 353 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 626 Nm | 506 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 2435 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 6340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 4010 mm |