1956 Daihatsu Bee vs. 1954 Mercury Montclair
To start off, 1956 Daihatsu Bee is newer by 2 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, 1954 Mercury Montclair (158 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1954 Mercury Montclair should accelerate faster than 1956 Daihatsu Bee.
Let's talk about torque, 1954 Mercury Montclair (323 Nm) has 287 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. (36 Nm). This means 1954 Mercury Montclair will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Daihatsu Bee | 1954 Mercury Montclair | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mercury |
| Model | Bee | Montclair |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 4192 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2980 mm |
