1954 Lincoln Premiere vs. 2006 Mercury Montego
To start off, 2006 Mercury Montego is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Lincoln Premiere. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Lincoln Premiere would be higher. At 6,030 cc (8 cylinders), 1954 Lincoln Premiere is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Lincoln Premiere (282 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2006 Mercury Montego. (203 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Lincoln Premiere should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercury Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Montego weights approximately 25 kg more than 1954 Lincoln Premiere.
Because 1954 Lincoln Premiere is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1954 Lincoln Premiere. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Montego, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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:
| 1954 Lincoln Premiere | 2006 Mercury Montego | |
| Make | Lincoln | Mercury |
| Model | Premiere | Montego |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6030 cc | 2983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 203 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2870 mm |
