2008 Infiniti FX vs. 1971 Mercury Monterey
To start off, 2008 Infiniti FX is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mercury Monterey. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mercury Monterey would be higher. At 5,768 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Mercury Monterey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Infiniti FX (320 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1971 Mercury Monterey. (163 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 1971 Mercury Monterey.
Because 2008 Infiniti FX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Mercury Monterey. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Infiniti FX 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, 2008 Infiniti FX (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mercury Monterey. (383 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mercury Monterey.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Infiniti FX | 1971 Mercury Monterey | |
Make | Infiniti | Mercury |
Model | FX | Monterey |
Year Released | 2008 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4494 cc | 5768 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 320 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 454 Nm | 383 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 88.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3160 mm |