2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK vs. 1971 Mercury Monterey
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK 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 CLK (215 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1971 Mercury Monterey. (163 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 1971 Mercury Monterey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Mercury Monterey weights approximately 214 kg more than 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK.
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, 1971 Mercury Monterey (383 Nm) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (311 Nm). This means 1971 Mercury Monterey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK | 1971 Mercury Monterey | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercury |
Model | CLK | Monterey |
Year Released | 2005 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3196 cc | 5768 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 311 Nm | 383 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 88.8 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1716 kg | 1930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 5720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3160 mm |