2006 Infiniti M vs. 1969 Mercury Montego
To start off, 2006 Infiniti M is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Mercury Montego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Mercury Montego would be higher. At 7,033 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Mercury Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Infiniti M (335 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1969 Mercury Montego. (209 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 1969 Mercury Montego.
Because 2006 Infiniti M is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Mercury Montego. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Infiniti M 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 Infiniti M (461 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Mercury Montego. (452 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2006 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Mercury Montego. 2006 Infiniti M has automatic transmission and 1969 Mercury Montego has manual transmission. 1969 Mercury Montego will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Infiniti M will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Infiniti M | 1969 Mercury Montego | |
| Make | Infiniti | Mercury |
| Model | M | Montego |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4494 cc | 7033 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 209 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 452 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Width | 140 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 140 mm | 1350 mm |
