2008 Citroen Berlingo vs. 1967 Mercury Montclair
To start off, 2008 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 41 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 6,722 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Mercury Montclair is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Mercury Montclair weights approximately 204 kg more than 2008 Citroen Berlingo.
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, 2008 Citroen Berlingo, 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 (602 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 481 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen Berlingo. (121 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1967 Mercury Montclair will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen Berlingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Citroen Berlingo | 1967 Mercury Montclair | |
| Make | Citroen | Mercury |
| Model | Berlingo | Montclair |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 6722 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 325 HP |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 602 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1404 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 3130 mm |
