1969 Mercury Monterey vs. 2006 Mercury Milan
To start off, 2006 Mercury Milan is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Mercury Monterey. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Mercury Monterey would be higher. At 7,032 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Mercury Monterey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercury Milan (221 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1969 Mercury Monterey. (208 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Milan should accelerate faster than 1969 Mercury Monterey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Mercury Monterey weights approximately 135 kg more than 2006 Mercury Milan.
Because 1969 Mercury Monterey 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 Mercury Monterey. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Milan, 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 Mercury Monterey (452 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercury Milan. (278 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1969 Mercury Monterey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercury Milan.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Mercury Monterey | 2006 Mercury Milan | |
Make | Mercury | Mercury |
Model | Monterey | Milan |
Year Released | 1969 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7032 cc | 2983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 221 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 452 Nm | 278 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 2060 kg | 1925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 66 L |