2008 Lincoln Mark LT vs. 1969 Mercury Monterey
To start off, 2008 Lincoln Mark LT is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Mercury Monterey. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Mercury Monterey would be higher. At 7,032 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Mercury Monterey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Lincoln Mark LT (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1969 Mercury Monterey. (208 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lincoln Mark LT should accelerate faster than 1969 Mercury Monterey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Lincoln Mark LT weights approximately 298 kg more than 1969 Mercury Monterey. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Lincoln Mark LT (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Mercury Monterey. (452 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2008 Lincoln Mark LT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Mercury Monterey.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Lincoln Mark LT | 1969 Mercury Monterey | |
Make | Lincoln | Mercury |
Model | Mark LT | Monterey |
Year Released | 2008 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 7032 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 452 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 8.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2358 kg | 2060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5690 mm | 5720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3520 mm | 3160 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 114 L | 85 L |