1991 Austin Montego vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Austin Montego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Austin Montego would be higher. At 5,461 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 297 more horse power than 1991 Austin Montego. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1991 Austin Montego.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 395 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Austin Montego. (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Austin Montego. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL has automatic transmission and 1991 Austin Montego has manual transmission. 1991 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:
| 1991 Austin Montego | 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Austin | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Montego | CL |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 5461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 382 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| 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 |
