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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz G (292 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1968 Mercury Montclair. (267 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz G should accelerate faster than 1968 Mercury Montclair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 462 kg more than 1968 Mercury Montclair. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz G. (457 Nm). 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 | 4966 cc | 6393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 292 HP | 267 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 457 Nm | 546 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 96 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2460 kg | 1998 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3130 mm |
