2009 Mercury Milan vs. 1977 Porsche 928
To start off, 2009 Mercury Milan is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Porsche 928. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Porsche 928 would be higher. At 4,473 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Porsche 928 (237 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2009 Mercury Milan. (221 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercury Milan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercury Milan weights approximately 475 kg more than 1977 Porsche 928.
Because 2009 Mercury Milan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Porsche 928. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Mercury Milan 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, 1977 Porsche 928 (363 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercury Milan. (278 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1977 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercury Milan.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Mercury Milan | 1977 Porsche 928 | |
Make | Mercury | Porsche |
Model | Milan | 928 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1977 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2967 cc | 4473 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 221 HP | 237 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 278 Nm | 363 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 85 L |