1972 Mercury Montego vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz G is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mercury Montego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mercury Montego would be higher. At 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz G (377 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 280 more horse power than 1972 Mercury Montego. (97 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz G should accelerate faster than 1972 Mercury Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 835 kg more than 1972 Mercury Montego. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Mercedes-Benz G is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Mercury Montego. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz G 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 G (530 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 282 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mercury Montego. (248 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mercury Montego.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Mercury Montego | 2013 Mercedes-Benz G | |
Make | Mercury | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Montego | G |
Year Released | 1972 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4095 cc | 5500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | electric |
Horse Power | 97 HP | 377 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 248 Nm | 530 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 98 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 2530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5300 mm | 4662 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2055 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1951 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2850 mm |