2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano vs. 1972 Mercury Montego
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mercury Montego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mercury Montego would be higher. At 4,095 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Mercury Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1972 Mercury Montego. (97 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano should accelerate faster than 1972 Mercury Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano weights approximately 279 kg more than 1972 Mercury Montego. 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano (330 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mercury Montego. (248 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mercury Montego.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano | 1972 Mercury Montego | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercury |
Model | Viano | Montego |
Year Released | 2007 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2148 cc | 4095 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 248 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 93.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 99.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1974 kg | 1695 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 5300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 3010 mm |