1951 Allard K2 vs. 1954 Mercury Montclair
To start off, 1954 Mercury Montclair is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Allard K2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Allard K2 would be higher. At 4,192 cc (8 cylinders), 1954 Mercury Montclair is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Mercury Montclair (158 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1951 Allard K2. (85 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1954 Mercury Montclair should accelerate faster than 1951 Allard K2.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Allard K2 | 1954 Mercury Montclair | |
| Make | Allard | Mercury |
| Model | K2 | Montclair |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3622 cc | 4192 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2980 mm |
