2006 Ford F-350 vs. 1968 Mercury Montclair
To start off, 2006 Ford F-350 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 6,801 cc (10 cylinders), 2006 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford F-350 (362 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1968 Mercury Montclair. (267 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 1968 Mercury Montclair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Mercury Montclair weights approximately 790 kg more than 2006 Ford F-350.
Because 2006 Ford F-350 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 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, 2006 Ford F-350 (621 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mercury Montclair. (546 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mercury Montclair.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford F-350 | 1968 Mercury Montclair | |
Make | Ford | Mercury |
Model | F-350 | Montclair |
Year Released | 2006 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6801 cc | 6393 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 362 HP | 267 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 621 Nm | 546 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 103 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 96 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1208 kg | 1998 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6240 mm | 5560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2430 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3970 mm | 3130 mm |