2004 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 1967 Mercury Montclair
To start off, 2004 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 37 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 6,989 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Mercury Montclair is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercedes-Benz S (494 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1967 Mercury Montclair. (340 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1967 Mercury Montclair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 590 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, 2004 Mercedes-Benz S (700 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Mercury Montclair. (626 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Mercury Montclair.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Mercedes-Benz S | 1967 Mercury Montclair | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercury |
Model | S | Montclair |
Year Released | 2004 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5441 cc | 6989 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 494 HP | 340 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 700 Nm | 626 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 5560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 3130 mm |