2005 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 1973 Mercury Monterey
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mercury Monterey. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mercury Monterey would be higher. At 5,769 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Mercury Monterey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL (302 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1973 Mercury Monterey. (163 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1973 Mercury Monterey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mercury Monterey weights approximately 85 kg more than 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL.
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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL (461 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mercury Monterey. (383 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mercury Monterey.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mercedes-Benz SL | 1973 Mercury Monterey | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercury |
Model | SL | Monterey |
Year Released | 2005 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4966 cc | 5769 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 302 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 461 Nm | 383 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 101.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 88.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1845 kg | 1930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 5720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 3160 mm |