2009 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 1971 Mercury Monterey
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mercury Monterey. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mercury Monterey would be higher. At 5,768 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Mercury Monterey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C (181 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1971 Mercury Monterey. (163 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1971 Mercury Monterey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 900 kg more than 1971 Mercury Monterey. 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, 1971 Mercury Monterey (383 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. (240 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1971 Mercury Monterey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. 1971 Mercury Monterey has automatic transmission and 2009 Mercedes-Benz C has manual transmission. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1971 Mercury Monterey will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Mercedes-Benz C | 1971 Mercury Monterey | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercury |
Model | C | Monterey |
Year Released | 2009 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1794 cc | 5768 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 181 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 383 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 88.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2830 kg | 1930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3160 mm |