1955 Mercury Montclair vs. 2004 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2004 Mini Cooper is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Mercury Montclair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Mercury Montclair would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 1955 Mercury Montclair is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Mercury Montclair (159 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2004 Mini Cooper. (115 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Mercury Montclair should accelerate faster than 2004 Mini Cooper.
Because 1955 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 1955 Mercury Montclair. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Mini Cooper, 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, 1955 Mercury Montclair (323 Nm) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mini Cooper. (149 Nm). This means 1955 Mercury Montclair will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Mercury Montclair | 2004 Mini Cooper | |
Make | Mercury | Mini |
Model | Montclair | Cooper |
Year Released | 1955 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4196 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 159 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 323 Nm | 149 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 92.1 mm | 77.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 10.6:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 3630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2470 mm |