1968 Mercury Montclair vs. 1949 Porsche 356
To start off, 1968 Mercury Montclair is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 6,393 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Mercury Montclair is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Mercury Montclair (267 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 1949 Porsche 356. (38 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Mercury Montclair should accelerate faster than 1949 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Mercury Montclair weights approximately 1218 kg more than 1949 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:
| 1968 Mercury Montclair | 1949 Porsche 356 | |
| Make | Mercury | Porsche |
| Model | Montclair | 356 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 6393 cc | 1131 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 267 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1998 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2110 mm |
