2006 GMC Sierra vs. 1967 Mercury Montclair
To start off, 2006 GMC Sierra 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, 1967 Mercury Montclair (340 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2006 GMC Sierra. (300 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Mercury Montclair should accelerate faster than 2006 GMC Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Sierra weights approximately 1253 kg more than 1967 Mercury Montclair.
Because 2006 GMC Sierra 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 GMC Sierra 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 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 GMC Sierra. (489 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1967 Mercury Montclair will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 GMC Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 GMC Sierra | 1967 Mercury Montclair | |
| Make | GMC | Mercury |
| Model | Sierra | Montclair |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 6989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 340 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 489 Nm | 626 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2613 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6570 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4250 mm | 3130 mm |
