1975 Jensen Jensen-Healey vs. 1954 Mercury Montclair
To start off, 1975 Jensen Jensen-Healey is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Mercury Montclair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Mercury Montclair would be higher. At 4,192 cc (8 cylinders), 1954 Mercury Montclair is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Mercury Montclair (158 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1975 Jensen Jensen-Healey. (120 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1954 Mercury Montclair should accelerate faster than 1975 Jensen Jensen-Healey.
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:
| 1975 Jensen Jensen-Healey | 1954 Mercury Montclair | |
| Make | Jensen | Mercury |
| Model | Jensen-Healey | Montclair |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1973 cc | 4192 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2980 mm |
