2006 Mercedes-Benz GL vs. 1967 Mercury Montclair
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Mercury Montclair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Mercury Montclair would be higher. At 6,722 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Mercury Montclair is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL (384 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1967 Mercury Montclair. (325 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL should accelerate faster than 1967 Mercury Montclair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL weights approximately 1041 kg more than 1967 Mercury Montclair. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Mercury Montclair. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL 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, 1967 Mercury Montclair (602 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL. (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1967 Mercury Montclair will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mercedes-Benz GL | 1967 Mercury Montclair | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercury |
Model | GL | Montclair |
Year Released | 2006 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5461 cc | 6722 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 384 HP | 325 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 530 Nm | 602 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 2445 kg | 1404 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 3130 mm |