2007 Mercury Monterey vs. 1967 Mercury Montclair
To start off, 2007 Mercury Monterey is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Mercury Montclair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Mercury Montclair would be higher. At 6,989 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Mercury Montclair is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Mercury Montclair (340 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 2007 Mercury Monterey. (201 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Mercury Montclair should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercury Monterey.
Because 1967 Mercury Montclair 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 1967 Mercury Montclair. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Mercury Monterey, 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, 1967 Mercury Montclair (626 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 269 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercury Monterey. (357 Nm @ 3650 RPM). This means 1967 Mercury Montclair will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercury Monterey.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Mercury Monterey | 1967 Mercury Montclair | |
Make | Mercury | Mercury |
Model | Monterey | Montclair |
Year Released | 2007 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4195 cc | 6989 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 340 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 357 Nm | 626 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3650 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 5560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 3130 mm |