1972 Mercury Montego vs. 2006 Peugeot 607
To start off, 2006 Peugeot 607 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mercury Montego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mercury Montego would be higher. At 4,095 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Mercury Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Peugeot 607 (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1972 Mercury Montego. (97 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Peugeot 607 should accelerate faster than 1972 Mercury Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Mercury Montego weights approximately 60 kg more than 2006 Peugeot 607.
Because 1972 Mercury Montego 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 1972 Mercury Montego. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Peugeot 607, 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, 2006 Peugeot 607 (290 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mercury Montego. (248 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2006 Peugeot 607 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mercury Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mercury Montego | 2006 Peugeot 607 | |
| Make | Mercury | Peugeot |
| Model | Montego | 607 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4095 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1635 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5300 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2810 mm |
