1954 Mercury Montclair vs. 2013 Rolls-Royce Phantom
To start off, 2013 Rolls-Royce Phantom is newer by 59 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.
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, 2013 Rolls-Royce Phantom (720 Nm) has 397 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Mercury Montclair. (323 Nm). This means 2013 Rolls-Royce Phantom will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Mercury Montclair.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Mercury Montclair | 2013 Rolls-Royce Phantom | |
| Make | Mercury | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | Montclair | Phantom |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 0 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5350 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 720 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.1 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 5612 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1987 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1598 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 3320 mm |
