2005 Mercury Montego vs. 1975 AC 428
To start off, 2005 Mercury Montego is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 AC 428. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 AC 428 would be higher. At 7,003 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 AC 428 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 AC 428 (298 HP) has 95 more horse power than 2005 Mercury Montego. (203 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1975 AC 428 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercury Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Montego weights approximately 302 kg more than 1975 AC 428.
Because 2005 Mercury Montego is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 AC 428. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Montego 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, 1975 AC 428 (639 Nm) has 358 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercury Montego. (281 Nm). This means 1975 AC 428 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercury Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercury Montego | 1975 AC 428 | |
| Make | Mercury | AC |
| Model | Montego | 428 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 7003 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 298 HP |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 639 Nm |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1732 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2450 mm |
