2007 Mercedes-Benz B vs. 1969 Mercury Montego
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz B 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 7,033 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Mercury Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Mercury Montego (209 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz B. (94 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Mercury Montego should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz B. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Mercury Montego weights approximately 675 kg more than 2007 Mercedes-Benz B. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 B, 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 (452 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 312 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz B. (140 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1969 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz B.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Mercedes-Benz B | 1969 Mercury Montego | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercury |
Model | B | Montego |
Year Released | 2007 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1498 cc | 7033 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 209 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 452 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1975 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 5300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 3010 mm |