1969 Mercury Montego vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Mercury Montego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Mercury Montego would be higher. At 7,033 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Mercury Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E (397 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1969 Mercury Montego. (209 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1969 Mercury Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Mercury Montego weights approximately 95 kg more than 2013 Mercedes-Benz E.
Because 2013 Mercedes-Benz E is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Mercury Montego. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E (601 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Mercury Montego. (452 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Mercury Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Mercury Montego | 2013 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Mercury | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Montego | E |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7033 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 8 valves |
| Horse Power | 209 HP | 397 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 452 Nm | 601 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5300 mm | 4868 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2071 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1447 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2874 mm |
