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 (355 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 192 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 324 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 (511 Nm) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mercury Monterey. (383 Nm). 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 | 5441 cc | 5768 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 511 Nm | 383 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 88.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1606 kg | 1930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 5720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3160 mm |
