1971 AC 428 vs. 2006 Mercury Montego
To start off, 2006 Mercury Montego is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 AC 428. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 AC 428 would be higher. At 7,003 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 AC 428 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 AC 428 (298 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2006 Mercury Montego. (203 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 AC 428 should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercury Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Montego weights approximately 495 kg more than 1971 AC 428.
Because 2006 Mercury Montego is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 AC 428. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Montego will offer significantly more control. 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, 1971 AC 428 (639 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 358 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercury Montego. (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1971 AC 428 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercury Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 AC 428 | 2006 Mercury Montego | |
| Make | AC | Mercury |
| Model | 428 | Montego |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7003 cc | 2983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 298 HP | 203 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 639 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2870 mm |
