2007 Cadillac DTS vs. 1970 Mercury Monterey
To start off, 2007 Cadillac DTS is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mercury Monterey. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mercury Monterey would be higher. At 5,769 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Mercury Monterey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Cadillac DTS (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1970 Mercury Monterey. (163 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac DTS should accelerate faster than 1970 Mercury Monterey.
Because 1970 Mercury Monterey is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1970 Mercury Monterey. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac DTS, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 Cadillac DTS (400 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mercury Monterey. (383 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Cadillac DTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mercury Monterey.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Cadillac DTS | 1970 Mercury Monterey | |
Make | Cadillac | Mercury |
Model | DTS | Monterey |
Year Released | 2007 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4565 cc | 5769 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 383 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 5720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 3160 mm |