2007 Mercury Milan vs. 1967 Volkswagen 1303
To start off, 2007 Mercury Milan is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Volkswagen 1303. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Volkswagen 1303 would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mercury Milan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercury Milan (221 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1967 Volkswagen 1303. (43 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercury Milan should accelerate faster than 1967 Volkswagen 1303. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercury Milan weights approximately 1012 kg more than 1967 Volkswagen 1303. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Mercury Milan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Volkswagen 1303. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Mercury Milan 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, 2007 Mercury Milan (278 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Volkswagen 1303. (100 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Mercury Milan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Volkswagen 1303.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercury Milan | 1967 Volkswagen 1303 | |
| Make | Mercury | Volkswagen |
| Model | Milan | 1303 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1832 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 40 L |
