2002 Mercedes-Benz Vision vs. 1967 Mercury Montclair
To start off, 2002 Mercedes-Benz Vision is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Mercury Montclair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Mercury Montclair would be higher. At 6,722 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Mercury Montclair is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mercedes-Benz Vision (355 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1967 Mercury Montclair. (325 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mercedes-Benz Vision should accelerate faster than 1967 Mercury Montclair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mercedes-Benz Vision weights approximately 71 kg more than 1967 Mercury Montclair. 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, 1967 Mercury Montclair (602 Nm) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mercedes-Benz Vision. (530 Nm). This means 1967 Mercury Montclair will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mercedes-Benz Vision.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Mercedes-Benz Vision | 1967 Mercury Montclair | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercury |
Model | Vision | Montclair |
Year Released | 2002 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5439 cc | 6722 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 355 HP | 325 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 530 Nm | 602 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1404 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 5560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3230 mm | 3130 mm |