2008 Ford Bantam vs. 1967 Mercury Park Lane
To start off, 2008 Ford Bantam is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Mercury Park Lane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Mercury Park Lane would be higher. At 6,990 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Mercury Park Lane is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Mercury Park Lane weights approximately 400 kg more than 2008 Ford Bantam.
Because 1967 Mercury Park Lane 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 Park Lane. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Ford Bantam, 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 Park Lane (626 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 516 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Bantam. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1967 Mercury Park Lane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Bantam.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford Bantam | 1967 Mercury Park Lane | |
Make | Ford | Mercury |
Model | Bantam | Park Lane |
Year Released | 2008 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1297 cc | 6990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 340 HP |
Torque | 110 Nm | 626 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 5560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3130 mm |