2007 Mercedes-Benz A vs. 1969 Mercury Montego
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz A is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Mercury Montego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Mercury Montego would be higher. At 5,767 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Mercury Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz A (190 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1969 Mercury Montego. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz A should accelerate faster than 1969 Mercury Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Mercury Montego weights approximately 580 kg more than 2007 Mercedes-Benz A.
Because 1969 Mercury Montego is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1969 Mercury Montego. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz A, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1969 Mercury Montego (382 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz A. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1969 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz A.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Mercedes-Benz A | 1969 Mercury Montego | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercury |
Model | A | Montego |
Year Released | 2007 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2034 cc | 5767 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 382 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 88.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 5300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 85 L |