2008 Infiniti G35 vs. 1967 Mercury Montclair
To start off, 2008 Infiniti G35 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 6,989 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Mercury Montclair is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Mercury Montclair (340 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2008 Infiniti G35. (306 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Mercury Montclair should accelerate faster than 2008 Infiniti G35. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Mercury Montclair weights approximately 40 kg more than 2008 Infiniti G35. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Infiniti G35 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Mercury Montclair. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Infiniti G35 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, 1967 Mercury Montclair (626 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Infiniti G35. (363 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1967 Mercury Montclair will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Infiniti G35.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Infiniti G35 | 1967 Mercury Montclair | |
| Make | Infiniti | Mercury |
| Model | G35 | Montclair |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 6989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 340 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 626 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3130 mm |
