2004 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 1974 Mercury Monterey
To start off, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mercury Monterey. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mercury Monterey would be higher. At 5,769 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Mercury Monterey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL (494 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 331 more horse power than 1974 Mercury Monterey. (163 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1974 Mercury Monterey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 99 kg more than 1974 Mercury Monterey. 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 417 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mercury Monterey. (383 Nm). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mercury Monterey.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL | 1974 Mercury Monterey | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercury |
| Model | CL | Monterey |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5439 cc | 5769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 494 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 800 Nm | 383 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 2029 kg | 1930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 5720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3160 mm |
