2000 Bristol Blenheim vs. 1954 Mercury Montclair
To start off, 2000 Bristol Blenheim is newer by 46 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 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Bristol Blenheim is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Bristol Blenheim (350 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1954 Mercury Montclair. (158 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Bristol Blenheim should accelerate faster than 1954 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. Let's talk about torque, 2000 Bristol Blenheim (500 Nm) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Mercury Montclair. (323 Nm). This means 2000 Bristol Blenheim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Mercury Montclair.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Bristol Blenheim | 1954 Mercury Montclair | |
Make | Bristol | Mercury |
Model | Blenheim | Montclair |
Year Released | 2000 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5898 cc | 4192 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 323 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2980 mm |