2005 Mercury Mountaineer vs. 1966 Porsche 911
To start off, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 4,013 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer (210 HP) has 50 more horse power than 1966 Porsche 911. (160 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1966 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 855 kg more than 1966 Porsche 911. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer (344 Nm) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Porsche 911. (179 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | 1966 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Mercury | Porsche |
| Model | Mountaineer | 911 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1966 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4013 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 160 HP |
| Torque | 344 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1917 kg | 1062 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2220 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 61 L |
