1956 Mercury Montclair vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC

To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1956 Mercury Montclair. (258 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC should accelerate faster than 1956 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:

1956 Mercury Montclair 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC
Make Mercury Mercedes-Benz
Model Montclair CLC
Year Released 1956 2011
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5114 cc 3498 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 258 HP 268 HP
Engine RPM 4600 RPM 6000 RPM
Top Speed 172 km/hour 250 km/hour
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Length 5370 mm 4460 mm
Vehicle Width 1960 mm 1730 mm
Vehicle Height 1440 mm 1420 mm
Wheelbase Size 3110 mm 2720 mm


 

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