1969 Mercury Montego vs. 2008 MG TF
To start off, 2008 MG TF is newer by 39 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 7,033 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Mercury Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Mercury Montego (209 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2008 MG TF. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Mercury Montego should accelerate faster than 2008 MG TF. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Mercury Montego weights approximately 775 kg more than 2008 MG TF. 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, 1969 Mercury Montego (452 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 287 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 MG TF. (165 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1969 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 MG TF.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Mercury Montego | 2008 MG TF | |
Make | Mercury | MG |
Model | Montego | TF |
Year Released | 1969 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 7033 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 209 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 452 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5300 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2380 mm |