1958 Mercedes-Benz SC vs. 1973 Mercury Montego
To start off, 1973 Mercury Montego is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC would be higher. At 6,555 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Mercury Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Mercury Montego (169 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC. (105 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mercury Montego should accelerate faster than 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mercury Montego weights approximately 381 kg more than 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC. 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, 1973 Mercury Montego (403 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC. (172 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1973 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Mercedes-Benz SC | 1973 Mercury Montego | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercury |
Model | SC | Montego |
Year Released | 1958 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2194 cc | 6555 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 169 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 172 Nm | 403 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72.8 mm | 101.6 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1791 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 5290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2900 mm |