1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK vs. 1972 Mercury Montego
To start off, 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mercury Montego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mercury Montego would be higher. At 4,095 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Mercury Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1972 Mercury Montego. (97 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 1972 Mercury Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Mercury Montego weights approximately 195 kg more than 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK.
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, 1972 Mercury Montego (248 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (185 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1972 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK | 1972 Mercury Montego | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercury |
Model | CLK | Montego |
Year Released | 1999 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 4095 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 185 Nm | 248 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 93.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.7 mm | 99.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 8.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1695 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 5300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3010 mm |