1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK LM vs. 1973 Mercury Montego
To start off, 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK LM is newer by 25 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 5,000 cc (12 cylinders), 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK LM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK LM (664 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 568 more horse power than 1973 Mercury Montego. (96 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK LM should accelerate faster than 1973 Mercury Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mercury Montego weights approximately 285 kg more than 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK LM.
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, 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK LM (773 Nm) has 525 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mercury Montego. (248 Nm). This means 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK LM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mercury Montego.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK LM | 1973 Mercury Montego | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercury |
Model | CLK LM | Montego |
Year Released | 1998 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5000 cc | 4095 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 664 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 773 Nm | 248 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1695 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3010 mm |