1973 Mercury Montego vs. 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mercury Montego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mercury Montego would be higher. At 4,095 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Mercury Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle (148 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1973 Mercury Montego. (96 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle should accelerate faster than 1973 Mercury Montego.
Because 1973 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 1973 Mercury Montego. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle, 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, 1973 Mercury Montego (248 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle. (220 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1973 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Mercury Montego | 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle | |
Make | Mercury | Volkswagen |
Model | Montego | New Beetle |
Year Released | 1973 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4095 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 96 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 248 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.6 mm | 81.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Length | 5300 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2510 mm |