2003 Jaguar R-D6 vs. 1973 Mercury Monterey
To start off, 2003 Jaguar R-D6 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mercury Monterey. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mercury Monterey would be higher. At 5,769 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Mercury Monterey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Jaguar R-D6 (230 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1973 Mercury Monterey. (163 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Jaguar R-D6 should accelerate faster than 1973 Mercury Monterey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mercury Monterey weights approximately 430 kg more than 2003 Jaguar R-D6.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2003 Jaguar R-D6 (500 Nm) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mercury Monterey. (383 Nm). This means 2003 Jaguar R-D6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mercury Monterey.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Jaguar R-D6 | 1973 Mercury Monterey | |
Make | Jaguar | Mercury |
Model | R-D6 | Monterey |
Year Released | 2003 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2720 cc | 5769 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 383 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 101.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88.8 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 5720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2160 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3160 mm |