2005 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 1971 Mercury Monterey
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mercury Monterey. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mercury Monterey would be higher. At 5,768 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Mercury Monterey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C (228 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1971 Mercury Monterey. (163 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1971 Mercury Monterey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Mercury Monterey weights approximately 345 kg more than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C.
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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C (540 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mercury Monterey. (383 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mercury Monterey.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mercedes-Benz C | 1971 Mercury Monterey | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercury |
Model | C | Monterey |
Year Released | 2005 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2949 cc | 5768 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 540 Nm | 383 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 97 mm | 88.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 5720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3160 mm |