1969 Mercury Monterey vs. 1969 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, both 1969 Mercury Monterey and 1969 Pontiac Firebird were released in the same year (1969). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,589 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Mercury Monterey is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Mercury Monterey weights approximately 350 kg more than 1969 Pontiac Firebird.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Mercury Monterey | 1969 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Mercury | Pontiac |
| Model | Monterey | Firebird |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6589 cc | 4100 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 175 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2750 mm |
