1954 Mercury Montclair vs. 2012 Aston Martin Virage
To start off, 2012 Aston Martin Virage is newer by 58 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 5,900 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Aston Martin Virage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Aston Martin Virage (490 HP) has 332 more horse power than 1954 Mercury Montclair. (158 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 1954 Mercury Montclair.
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, 2012 Aston Martin Virage (569 Nm) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Mercury Montclair. (323 Nm). This means 2012 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Mercury Montclair.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Mercury Montclair | 2012 Aston Martin Virage | |
Make | Mercury | Aston Martin |
Model | Montclair | Virage |
Year Released | 1954 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4192 cc | 5900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 490 HP |
Torque | 323 Nm | 569 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |