2005 Ford F-350 vs. 1972 Mercury Montego
To start off, 2005 Ford F-350 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mercury Montego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mercury Montego would be higher. At 6,801 cc (10 cylinders), 2005 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford F-350 (362 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 265 more horse power than 1972 Mercury Montego. (97 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 1972 Mercury Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Mercury Montego weights approximately 487 kg more than 2005 Ford F-350.
Because 2005 Ford F-350 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Mercury Montego. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford F-350 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 Ford F-350 (621 Nm) has 373 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mercury Montego. (248 Nm). This means 2005 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mercury Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford F-350 | 1972 Mercury Montego | |
| Make | Ford | Mercury |
| Model | F-350 | Montego |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6801 cc | 4095 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 621 Nm | 248 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 93.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1208 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6240 mm | 5300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2430 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3970 mm | 3010 mm |
