1973 Bristol 411 vs. 2005 Mercury Montego
To start off, 2005 Mercury Montego is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Bristol 411. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Bristol 411 would be higher. At 6,277 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Bristol 411 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Bristol 411 (289 HP) has 86 more horse power than 2005 Mercury Montego. (203 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercury Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Montego weights approximately 22 kg more than 1973 Bristol 411.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Bristol 411 (588 Nm) has 307 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercury Montego. (281 Nm). This means 1973 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercury Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Bristol 411 | 2005 Mercury Montego | |
| Make | Bristol | Mercury |
| Model | 411 | Montego |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6277 cc | 2983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 289 HP | 203 HP |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1732 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2870 mm |
