1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 vs. 2004 Mercury Montego
To start off, 2004 Mercury Montego is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 would be higher. At 4,519 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 (225 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2004 Mercury Montego. (197 HP @ 5650 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercury Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercury Montego weights approximately 20 kg more than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450.
Because 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Mercury Montego, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Mercedes-Benz 450 (378 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercury Montego. (272 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercury Montego.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 | 2004 Mercury Montego | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercury |
Model | 450 | Montego |
Year Released | 1973 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4519 cc | 2967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5650 RPM |
Torque | 378 Nm | 272 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1655 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2870 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 72 L |