2005 Citroen C8 vs. 1967 Mercury Montclair
To start off, 2005 Citroen C8 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 6,989 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Mercury Montclair is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Mercury Montclair (340 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 2005 Citroen C8. (157 HP @ 5650 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Mercury Montclair should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen C8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Citroen C8 weights approximately 288 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 Citroen C8, 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 (626 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 409 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen C8. (217 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1967 Mercury Montclair will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen C8.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Citroen C8 | 1967 Mercury Montclair | |
Make | Citroen | Mercury |
Model | C8 | Montclair |
Year Released | 2005 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2175 cc | 6989 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 157 HP | 340 HP |
Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 626 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1648 kg | 1360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3130 mm |