1956 Mercury Montclair vs. 2013 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2013 Chrysler 300 is newer by 57 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, 2013 Chrysler 300 (288 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1956 Mercury Montclair. (258 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chrysler 300 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 | 2013 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | Mercury | Chrysler |
| Model | Montclair | 300 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5114 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 258 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6350 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 5044 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1504 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 3052 mm |
