2006 Mercury Mountaineer vs. 1967 Porsche 912
To start off, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Porsche 912. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Porsche 912 would be higher. At 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer (210 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1967 Porsche 912. (89 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1967 Porsche 912. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 953 kg more than 1967 Porsche 912. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Mercury Mountaineer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Porsche 912. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer 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 Mountaineer (344 Nm) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Porsche 912. (133 Nm). This means 2006 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Porsche 912. 2006 Mercury Mountaineer has automatic transmission and 1967 Porsche 912 has manual transmission. 1967 Porsche 912 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Mercury Mountaineer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | 1967 Porsche 912 | |
| Make | Mercury | Porsche |
| Model | Mountaineer | 912 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1967 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 1582 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 344 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100.3 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.3 mm | 74 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 972 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2220 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 61 L |
