2005 Chrysler 300 vs. 1969 Mercury Monterey
To start off, 2005 Chrysler 300 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Mercury Monterey. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Mercury Monterey would be higher. At 5,769 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Mercury Monterey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chrysler 300 (190 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1969 Mercury Monterey. (163 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1969 Mercury Monterey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Mercury Monterey weights approximately 115 kg more than 2005 Chrysler 300.
Let's talk about torque, 1969 Mercury Monterey (383 Nm) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chrysler 300. (258 Nm). This means 1969 Mercury Monterey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chrysler 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chrysler 300 | 1969 Mercury Monterey | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mercury |
| Model | 300 | Monterey |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2776 cc | 5769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 383 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 5720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 3160 mm |
