1973 Mercury Montego vs. 2011 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2011 Porsche Panamera is newer by 38 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 6,555 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Mercury Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche Panamera (500 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 331 more horse power than 1973 Mercury Montego. (169 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 1973 Mercury Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 179 kg more than 1973 Mercury Montego. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Porsche Panamera is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Mercury Montego. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Porsche Panamera 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, 2011 Porsche Panamera (699 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 296 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mercury Montego. (403 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mercury Montego. 1973 Mercury Montego has automatic transmission and 2011 Porsche Panamera has manual transmission. 2011 Porsche Panamera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1973 Mercury Montego will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mercury Montego | 2011 Porsche Panamera | |
| Make | Mercury | Porsche |
| Model | Montego | Panamera |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6555 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 403 Nm | 699 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1791 kg | 1970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4968 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2918 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 100 L |
