2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 vs. 1970 Mercury Montego
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mercury Montego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mercury Montego would be higher. At 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 (302 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 1970 Mercury Montego. (98 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 should accelerate faster than 1970 Mercury Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 weights approximately 34 kg more than 1970 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 (441 Nm) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mercury Montego. (248 Nm). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mercury Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 | 1970 Mercury Montego | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercury |
| Model | E500 | Montego |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4966 cc | 4095 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 248 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 97.1 mm | 93.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1729 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 5300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3010 mm |
