2005 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 1972 Mercury Montego
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E 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 E (221 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1972 Mercury Montego. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1972 Mercury Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Mercury Montego weights approximately 200 kg more than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E.
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 @ 2000 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. (315 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mercedes-Benz E | 1972 Mercury Montego | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercury |
Model | E | Montego |
Year Released | 2005 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3199 cc | 5752 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 221 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 315 Nm | 374 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.6:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1985 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3000 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 78 L |