1984 Austin Montego vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Austin Montego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Austin Montego would be higher. At 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL (510 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 395 more horse power than 1984 Austin Montego. (115 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1984 Austin Montego.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL (831 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 646 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Austin Montego. (185 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Austin Montego. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL has automatic transmission and 1984 Austin Montego has manual transmission. 1984 Austin Montego will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Austin Montego | 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Austin | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Montego | CL |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 5513 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 510 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 831 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 87 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2960 mm |
