2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK vs. 1972 Mercury Montego
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mercury Montego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mercury Montego would be higher. At 5,752 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Mercury Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK (215 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1972 Mercury Montego. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 1972 Mercury Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Mercury Montego weights approximately 269 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, 1972 Mercury Montego (374 Nm) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (311 Nm). This means 1972 Mercury Montego 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 | 1972 Mercury Montego | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercury |
Model | CLK | Montego |
Year Released | 2005 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3196 cc | 5752 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 311 Nm | 374 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.6:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1716 kg | 1985 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 5480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3000 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 78 L |