2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK vs. 1969 Mercury Montego
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK is newer by 39 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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK (221 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1969 Mercury Montego. (209 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 1969 Mercury Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Mercury Montego weights approximately 245 kg more than 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK.
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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK (510 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Mercury Montego. (452 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Mercury Montego.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK | 1969 Mercury Montego | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercury |
Model | CLK | Montego |
Year Released | 2008 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2985 cc | 7033 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 221 HP | 209 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 510 Nm | 452 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 8.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1975 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 5300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3010 mm |