1998 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 1974 Mercury Montego
To start off, 1998 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mercury Montego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mercury Montego would be higher. At 6,555 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Mercury Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mercedes-Benz S (302 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1974 Mercury Montego. (168 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1974 Mercury Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Mercury Montego weights approximately 4 kg more than 1998 Mercedes-Benz S.
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 S (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mercury Montego. (403 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1998 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mercury Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Mercedes-Benz S | 1974 Mercury Montego | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercury |
| Model | S | Montego |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4964 cc | 6555 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 403 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 101.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1855 kg | 1859 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3000 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 87 L |
