2004 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 1973 Mercury Montego
To start off, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 31 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 5,439 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL (494 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 398 more horse power than 1973 Mercury Montego. (96 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1973 Mercury Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 334 kg more than 1973 Mercury Montego. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL (800 Nm) has 552 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mercury Montego. (248 Nm). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mercury Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL | 1973 Mercury Montego | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercury |
| Model | CL | Montego |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5439 cc | 4095 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 494 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 800 Nm | 248 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 93.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2029 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 5300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3010 mm |
