1993 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 1973 Mercury Montego
To start off, 1993 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 20 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 4,971 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mercedes-Benz S (317 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 1973 Mercury Montego. (96 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1973 Mercury Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 305 kg more than 1973 Mercury Montego. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1993 Mercedes-Benz S (470 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mercury Montego. (248 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1993 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mercury Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Mercedes-Benz S | 1973 Mercury Montego | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercury |
| Model | S | Montego |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4971 cc | 4095 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 248 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 93.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 5300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3010 mm |
