2006 Dodge Magnum vs. 1967 Mercury Montclair
To start off, 2006 Dodge Magnum is newer by 39 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, both vehicles can yield 340 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Magnum weights approximately 390 kg more than 1967 Mercury Montclair.
Because 2006 Dodge Magnum is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Mercury Montclair. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Magnum 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, 1967 Mercury Montclair (626 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Dodge Magnum. (529 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1967 Mercury Montclair will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Dodge Magnum.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Magnum | 1967 Mercury Montclair | |
| Make | Dodge | Mercury |
| Model | Magnum | Montclair |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 6989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 340 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 529 Nm | 626 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 3130 mm |
