1954 Mercury Montclair vs. 2011 Peugeot 508
To start off, 2011 Peugeot 508 is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Mercury Montclair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Mercury Montclair would be higher. At 4,192 cc (8 cylinders), 1954 Mercury Montclair is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Peugeot 508 (201 HP) has 43 more horse power than 1954 Mercury Montclair. (158 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Peugeot 508 should accelerate faster than 1954 Mercury Montclair.
Because 1954 Mercury Montclair 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 Mercury Montclair. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Peugeot 508, 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. Let's talk about torque, 2011 Peugeot 508 (338 Nm) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Mercury Montclair. (323 Nm). This means 2011 Peugeot 508 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Mercury Montclair.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Mercury Montclair | 2011 Peugeot 508 | |
| Make | Mercury | Peugeot |
| Model | Montclair | 508 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4192 cc | 2200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 201 HP |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1853 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1456 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2817 mm |
