1968 Mercury Montclair vs. 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mercury Montclair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mercury Montclair would be higher. At 6,393 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Mercury Montclair is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton (415 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1968 Mercury Montclair. (267 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton should accelerate faster than 1968 Mercury Montclair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 368 kg more than 1968 Mercury Montclair. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Mercury Montclair. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton 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, 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton (550 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mercury Montclair. (546 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mercury Montclair.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Mercury Montclair | 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
Make | Mercury | Volkswagen |
Model | Montclair | Phaeton |
Year Released | 1968 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6393 cc | 5998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 267 HP | 415 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 546 Nm | 550 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 103 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 90.2 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1998 kg | 2366 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2850 mm |