1969 Lincoln Continental vs. 2007 Mercury Monterey
To start off, 2007 Mercury Monterey is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Lincoln Continental would be higher. At 7,544 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Lincoln Continental (365 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 2007 Mercury Monterey. (201 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercury Monterey.
Because 1969 Lincoln Continental 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 1969 Lincoln Continental. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Mercury Monterey, 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, 1969 Lincoln Continental (678 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 321 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercury Monterey. (357 Nm @ 3650 RPM). This means 1969 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercury Monterey.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Lincoln Continental | 2007 Mercury Monterey | |
| Make | Lincoln | Mercury |
| Model | Continental | Monterey |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7544 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 365 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 678 Nm | 357 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3650 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 110.9 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97.8 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5490 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 3070 mm |
