1972 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 1973 Mercury Montego
To start off, 1973 Mercury Montego is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 4,095 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Mercury Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Mercedes-Benz E (158 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1973 Mercury Montego. (96 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1973 Mercury Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mercury Montego weights approximately 279 kg more than 1972 Mercedes-Benz E.
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 (248 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mercedes-Benz E. (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1973 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Mercedes-Benz E | 1973 Mercury Montego | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercury |
Model | E | Montego |
Year Released | 1972 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2746 cc | 4095 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 248 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 93.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 99.3 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1416 kg | 1695 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 5300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3010 mm |