2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK vs. 1972 Mercury Montego
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK is newer by 36 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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK (221 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1972 Mercury Montego. (97 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 1972 Mercury Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK weights approximately 35 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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK (510 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mercury Montego. (248 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mercury Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK | 1972 Mercury Montego | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercury |
| Model | CLK | Montego |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2985 cc | 4095 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 248 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 93.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1695 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 |
