1997 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 1969 Mercury Monterey
To start off, 1997 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Mercury Monterey. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Mercury Monterey would be higher. At 5,769 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Mercury Monterey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Mercedes-Benz E (349 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1969 Mercury Monterey. (163 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1969 Mercury Monterey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Mercury Monterey weights approximately 220 kg more than 1997 Mercedes-Benz E.
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, 1997 Mercedes-Benz E (531 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Mercury Monterey. (383 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1997 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Mercury Monterey.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Mercedes-Benz E | 1969 Mercury Monterey | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercury |
Model | E | Monterey |
Year Released | 1997 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5439 cc | 5769 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 349 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 531 Nm | 383 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3160 mm |