2003 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 1969 Mercury Monterey
To start off, 2003 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 34 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 7,032 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Mercury Monterey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mercedes-Benz S (493 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 285 more horse power than 1969 Mercury Monterey. (208 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1969 Mercury Monterey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Mercury Monterey weights approximately 75 kg more than 2003 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, 2003 Mercedes-Benz S (700 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Mercury Monterey. (452 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2003 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Mercury Monterey.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Mercedes-Benz S | 1969 Mercury Monterey | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercury |
| Model | S | Monterey |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5439 cc | 7032 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 452 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1985 kg | 2060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 5720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 3160 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 85 L |
