2006 Dodge Magnum vs. 1968 Mercury Montclair
To start off, 2006 Dodge Magnum is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mercury Montclair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mercury Montclair would be higher. At 6,393 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Mercury Montclair is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Magnum (340 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1968 Mercury Montclair. (267 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Magnum should accelerate faster than 1968 Mercury Montclair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Magnum weights approximately 345 kg more than 1968 Mercury Montclair. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Dodge Magnum is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 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, 1968 Mercury Montclair (546 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Dodge Magnum. (530 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1968 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 | 1968 Mercury Montclair | |
Make | Dodge | Mercury |
Model | Magnum | Montclair |
Year Released | 2006 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5654 cc | 6393 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 267 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 530 Nm | 546 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 103 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 96 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 2343 kg | 1998 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 |