2005 Chevrolet Monte Carlo vs. 1967 Mercury Montclair
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Monte Carlo is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Mercury Montclair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Mercury Montclair would be higher. At 6,722 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Mercury Montclair is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Mercury Montclair (325 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. (181 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Mercury Montclair should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Monte Carlo weights approximately 111 kg more than 1967 Mercury Montclair.
Because 1967 Mercury Montclair 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 1967 Mercury Montclair. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Monte Carlo, 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, 1967 Mercury Montclair (602 Nm) has 324 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. (278 Nm). This means 1967 Mercury Montclair will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Monte Carlo.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chevrolet Monte Carlo | 1967 Mercury Montclair | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercury |
Model | Monte Carlo | Montclair |
Year Released | 2005 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3343 cc | 6722 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 181 HP | 325 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 278 Nm | 602 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1404 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 5560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3130 mm |