1971 Mercedes-Benz 600 vs. 2004 Pontiac Montana
To start off, 2004 Pontiac Montana is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mercedes-Benz 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mercedes-Benz 600 would be higher. At 6,328 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Mercedes-Benz 600 (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2004 Pontiac Montana. (185 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Mercedes-Benz 600 should accelerate faster than 2004 Pontiac Montana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 760 kg more than 2004 Pontiac Montana. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Pontiac Montana is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Mercedes-Benz 600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Pontiac Montana 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, 1971 Mercedes-Benz 600 (500 Nm) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Pontiac Montana. (298 Nm). This means 1971 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Pontiac Montana.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Mercedes-Benz 600 | 2004 Pontiac Montana | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Pontiac |
| Model | 600 | Montana |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6328 cc | 3392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 103 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2770 kg | 2010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6250 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3910 mm | 3050 mm |
