1973 Mercury Montego vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mercury Montego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mercury Montego would be higher. At 4,095 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Mercury Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz C (228 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1973 Mercury Montego. (96 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1973 Mercury Montego.
Because 2012 Mercedes-Benz C is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Mercury Montego. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz C 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz C (299 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mercury Montego. (248 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mercury Montego. 2012 Mercedes-Benz C has automatic transmission and 1973 Mercury Montego has manual transmission. 1973 Mercury Montego will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Mercedes-Benz C will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Mercury Montego | 2012 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Mercury | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Montego | C |
Year Released | 1973 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4095 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 96 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 248 Nm | 299 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1695 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5300 mm | 4592 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1445 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2760 mm |