1979 Mercedes-Benz 600 vs. 2005 Mercury Montego
To start off, 2005 Mercury Montego is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Mercedes-Benz 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mercedes-Benz 600 would be higher. At 6,330 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Mercedes-Benz 600 (247 HP) has 44 more horse power than 2005 Mercury Montego. (203 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Mercedes-Benz 600 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercury Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 1038 kg more than 2005 Mercury Montego. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Mercury Montego is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Mercedes-Benz 600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Montego 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, 1979 Mercedes-Benz 600 (501 Nm) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercury Montego. (281 Nm). This means 1979 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercury Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Mercedes-Benz 600 | 2005 Mercury Montego | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercury |
| Model | 600 | Montego |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6330 cc | 2983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 203 HP |
| Torque | 501 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 103 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 79 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2770 kg | 1732 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6250 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3910 mm | 2870 mm |
