1955 Mercury Montclair vs. 2005 Saab 05-Sep
To start off, 2005 Saab 05-Sep is newer by 50 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, 2005 Saab 05-Sep (220 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1955 Mercury Montclair. (159 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Saab 05-Sep should accelerate faster than 1955 Mercury Montclair.
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, 2005 Saab 05-Sep, 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 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Saab 05-Sep. (309 Nm). This means 1955 Mercury Montclair will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Saab 05-Sep.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Mercury Montclair | 2005 Saab 05-Sep | |
Make | Mercury | Saab |
Model | Montclair | 05-Sep |
Year Released | 1955 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4196 cc | 2294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 159 HP | 220 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 323 Nm | 309 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 92.1 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 9.3:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2710 mm |