2005 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 1974 Mercury Montego
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mercury Montego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mercury Montego would be higher. At 4,095 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Mercury Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E (174 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1974 Mercury Montego. (96 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1974 Mercury Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 25 kg more than 1974 Mercury Montego. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1974 Mercury Montego (248 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. (240 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1974 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 | 1974 Mercury Montego | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercury |
Model | E | Montego |
Year Released | 2005 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2606 cc | 4095 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 174 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 248 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1695 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3010 mm |