1968 Mercury Montclair vs. 2011 Dodge Challenger
To start off, 2011 Dodge Challenger is newer by 43 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, 2011 Dodge Challenger (305 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1968 Mercury Montclair. (267 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Challenger should accelerate faster than 1968 Mercury Montclair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dodge Challenger weights approximately 247 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1968 Mercury Montclair (546 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Dodge Challenger. (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1968 Mercury Montclair will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Dodge Challenger.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Mercury Montclair | 2011 Dodge Challenger | |
Make | Mercury | Dodge |
Model | Montclair | Challenger |
Year Released | 1968 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6393 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 267 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6350 RPM |
Torque | 546 Nm | 363 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1998 kg | 2245 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 5022 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1923 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2946 mm |