2005 Bugatti Chiron vs. 1974 Mercury Montego
To start off, 2005 Bugatti Chiron is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mercury Montego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mercury Montego would be higher. At 6,255 cc (18 cylinders), 2005 Bugatti Chiron is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Bugatti Chiron (547 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 451 more horse power than 1974 Mercury Montego. (96 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Bugatti Chiron should accelerate faster than 1974 Mercury Montego.
Because 2005 Bugatti Chiron is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Mercury Montego. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Bugatti Chiron 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, 2005 Bugatti Chiron (650 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 402 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mercury Montego. (248 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2005 Bugatti Chiron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mercury Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Bugatti Chiron | 1974 Mercury Montego | |
| Make | Bugatti | Mercury |
| Model | Chiron | Montego |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 6255 cc | 4095 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 18 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Horse Power | 547 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 248 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1350 mm |
