1969 Mercury Monterey vs. 2012 Ford Flex
To start off, 2012 Ford Flex is newer by 43 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, 2012 Ford Flex (262 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1969 Mercury Monterey. (208 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Flex should accelerate faster than 1969 Mercury Monterey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Mercury Monterey weights approximately 32 kg more than 2012 Ford Flex.
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, 2012 Ford Flex, 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 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Flex. (336 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1969 Mercury Monterey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Flex.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Mercury Monterey | 2012 Ford Flex | |
Make | Mercury | Ford |
Model | Monterey | Flex |
Year Released | 1969 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7032 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 262 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 452 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2060 kg | 2028 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 5126 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1928 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1727 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2995 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 70 L |