1954 Mercury Montclair vs. 2012 Audi S8
To start off, 2012 Audi S8 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 4,192 cc (8 cylinders), 1954 Mercury Montclair is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi S8 (513 HP) has 355 more horse power than 1954 Mercury Montclair. (158 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 1954 Mercury Montclair.
Because 2012 Audi S8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Mercury Montclair. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi S8 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, 2012 Audi S8 (650 Nm) has 327 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Mercury Montclair. (323 Nm). This means 2012 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Mercury Montclair.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Mercury Montclair | 2012 Audi S8 | |
| Make | Mercury | Audi |
| Model | Montclair | S8 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4192 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 513 HP |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 650 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 5131 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1948 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2992 mm |
