1982 Innocenti Turbo De Tomaso vs. 1955 Mercury Montclair
To start off, 1982 Innocenti Turbo De Tomaso is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Mercury Montclair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Mercury Montclair would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 1955 Mercury Montclair is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Mercury Montclair (159 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1982 Innocenti Turbo De Tomaso. (71 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1955 Mercury Montclair should accelerate faster than 1982 Innocenti Turbo De Tomaso.
Because 1955 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 1955 Mercury Montclair. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Innocenti Turbo De Tomaso, 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. Let's talk about torque, 1955 Mercury Montclair (323 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Innocenti Turbo De Tomaso. (104 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1955 Mercury Montclair will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Innocenti Turbo De Tomaso.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Innocenti Turbo De Tomaso | 1955 Mercury Montclair | |
Make | Innocenti | Mercury |
Model | Turbo De Tomaso | Montclair |
Year Released | 1982 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 993 cc | 4196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 159 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 104 Nm | 323 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 92.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 78.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 7.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 3140 mm | 5250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2980 mm |