2007 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 1969 Mercury Monterey
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Mercury Monterey. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Mercury Monterey would be higher. At 5,769 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Mercury Monterey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Mercury Monterey (163 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. (141 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Mercury Monterey should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Mercury Monterey weights approximately 455 kg more than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1969 Mercury Monterey (383 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. (220 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1969 Mercury Monterey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercedes-Benz C | 1969 Mercury Monterey | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercury |
| Model | C | Monterey |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 5769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 383 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3160 mm |
