1956 Mercury Montclair vs. 2012 Mazda 6
To start off, 2012 Mazda 6 is newer by 56 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 88 more horse power than 2012 Mazda 6. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Mercury Montclair should accelerate faster than 2012 Mazda 6.
Because 1956 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 1956 Mercury Montclair. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Mazda 6, 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Mercury Montclair | 2012 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Mercury | Mazda |
| Model | Montclair | 6 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5114 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 258 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4755 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1795 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2789 mm |
