2007 Cadillac DTS vs. 1973 Mercury Montego
To start off, 2007 Cadillac DTS is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mercury Montego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mercury Montego would be higher. At 4,563 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Cadillac DTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Cadillac DTS (292 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 1973 Mercury Montego. (96 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac DTS should accelerate faster than 1973 Mercury Montego.
Because 1973 Mercury Montego 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 1973 Mercury Montego. 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 (391 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mercury Montego. (248 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2007 Cadillac DTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mercury Montego. 2007 Cadillac DTS has automatic transmission and 1973 Mercury Montego has manual transmission. 1973 Mercury Montego will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Cadillac DTS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Cadillac DTS | 1973 Mercury Montego | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mercury |
| Model | DTS | Montego |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4563 cc | 4095 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 292 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 391 Nm | 248 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 93.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 5300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 3010 mm |
