1967 Mercury Montclair vs. 1957 Porsche 356
To start off, 1967 Mercury Montclair is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 6,722 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Mercury Montclair is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Mercury Montclair (325 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 266 more horse power than 1957 Porsche 356. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Mercury Montclair should accelerate faster than 1957 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Mercury Montclair weights approximately 614 kg more than 1957 Porsche 356. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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:
| 1967 Mercury Montclair | 1957 Porsche 356 | |
| Make | Mercury | Porsche |
| Model | Montclair | 356 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 6722 cc | 1581 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1404 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2110 mm |
