2008 Kia Magentis vs. 1967 Mercury Montclair
To start off, 2008 Kia Magentis 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. In terms of performance, 1967 Mercury Montclair (325 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 2008 Kia Magentis. (185 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Mercury Montclair should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Magentis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Magentis weights approximately 162 kg more than 1967 Mercury Montclair.
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 Kia Magentis, 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 355 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Magentis. (247 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1967 Mercury Montclair will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Magentis.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Kia Magentis | 1967 Mercury Montclair | |
Make | Kia | Mercury |
Model | Magentis | Montclair |
Year Released | 2008 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2656 cc | 6722 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 325 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 247 Nm | 602 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1566 kg | 1404 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 5560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3130 mm |