1955 Chrysler Windsor vs. 1954 Mercury Montclair
To start off, 1955 Chrysler Windsor is newer by 1 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 5,420 cc (8 cylinders), 1955 Chrysler Windsor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Chrysler Windsor (247 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1954 Mercury Montclair. (158 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Chrysler Windsor 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.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Chrysler Windsor | 1954 Mercury Montclair | |
Make | Chrysler | Mercury |
Model | Windsor | Montclair |
Year Released | 1955 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5420 cc | 4192 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 5250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2980 mm |