2005 Mercedes-Benz G vs. 1968 Mercury Montclair
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz G is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mercury Montclair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mercury Montclair would be higher. At 6,393 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Mercury Montclair is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Mercury Montclair (267 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz G. (212 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Mercury Montclair should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz G. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 257 kg more than 1968 Mercury Montclair.
Because 2005 Mercedes-Benz G is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Mercury Montclair. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz G will offer significantly more control. 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, 1968 Mercury Montclair (546 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz G. (300 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1968 Mercury Montclair will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz G.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz G | 1968 Mercury Montclair | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercury |
| Model | G | Montclair |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3197 cc | 6393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 267 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 546 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2255 kg | 1998 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3130 mm |
