2009 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 1972 Mercury Monterey
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mercury Monterey. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mercury Monterey would be higher. At 5,769 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Mercury Monterey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL (493 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 329 more horse power than 1972 Mercury Monterey. (164 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1972 Mercury Monterey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 65 kg more than 1972 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL (700 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 317 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mercury Monterey. (383 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mercury Monterey.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Mercedes-Benz CL | 1972 Mercury Monterey | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercury |
Model | CL | Monterey |
Year Released | 2009 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5439 cc | 5769 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 493 HP | 164 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 700 Nm | 383 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 88.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1995 kg | 1930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 5720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3160 mm |