1953 Buick 40 vs. 2005 Mercury Montego
To start off, 2005 Mercury Montego is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Buick 40 would be higher. At 4,315 cc (8 cylinders), 1953 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Montego (203 HP) has 80 more horse power than 1953 Buick 40. (123 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Montego should accelerate faster than 1953 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Montego weights approximately 112 kg more than 1953 Buick 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Mercury Montego is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1953 Buick 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Montego will offer significantly more control. 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, 1953 Buick 40 (304 Nm) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercury Montego. (281 Nm). This means 1953 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercury Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Buick 40 | 2005 Mercury Montego | |
| Make | Buick | Mercury |
| Model | 40 | Montego |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4315 cc | 2983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 203 HP |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.9 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 104.8 mm | 79 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1665 kg | 1777 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2870 mm |
