1969 Mercury Montego vs. 2003 TVR T 350
To start off, 2003 TVR T 350 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Mercury Montego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Mercury Montego would be higher. At 4,945 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Mercury Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 TVR T 350 (346 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 1969 Mercury Montego. (142 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 TVR T 350 should accelerate faster than 1969 Mercury Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Mercury Montego weights approximately 671 kg more than 2003 TVR T 350.
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, 2003 TVR T 350 (393 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Mercury Montego. (335 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 TVR T 350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Mercury Montego.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Mercury Montego | 2003 TVR T 350 | |
Make | Mercury | TVR |
Model | Montego | T 350 |
Year Released | 1969 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4945 cc | 3605 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 142 HP | 346 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Torque | 335 Nm | 393 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1775 kg | 1104 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5300 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2370 mm |