2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano vs. 1969 Mercury Monterey
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano 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 7,032 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Mercury Monterey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano (228 HP) has 20 more horse power than 1969 Mercury Monterey. (208 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano should accelerate faster than 1969 Mercury Monterey.
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 (452 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (345 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 Viano.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano | 1969 Mercury Monterey | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercury |
Model | Viano | Monterey |
Year Released | 2007 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3723 cc | 7032 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 208 HP |
Torque | 345 Nm | 452 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2060 kg | 2060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 5720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 3160 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 85 L |