1956 Mercury Montclair vs. 2011 BMW 120
To start off, 2011 BMW 120 is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Mercury Montclair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Mercury Montclair would be higher. At 5,114 cc (8 cylinders), 1956 Mercury Montclair is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Mercury Montclair (258 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2011 BMW 120. (143 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Mercury Montclair should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 120.
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:
| 1956 Mercury Montclair | 2011 BMW 120 | |
| Make | Mercury | BMW |
| Model | Montclair | 120 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5114 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 258 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1411 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2660 mm |
