2006 Mercury Montego vs. 1972 Porsche 911
To start off, 2006 Mercury Montego is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mercury Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Porsche 911 (210 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2006 Mercury Montego. (203 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercury Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Montego weights approximately 869 kg more than 1972 Porsche 911.
Because 2006 Mercury Montego is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Montego 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 Mercury Montego (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Porsche 911. (255 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mercury Montego | 1972 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Mercury | Porsche |
Model | Montego | 911 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1972 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2983 cc | 2687 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 203 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 281 Nm | 255 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 8.5:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 1056 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2280 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 85 L |