2005 Mercedes-Benz ML vs. 1954 Mercury Montclair
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML is newer by 51 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML (232 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1954 Mercury Montclair. (158 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 1954 Mercury Montclair.
Because 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Mercury Montclair. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML (347 Nm) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Mercury Montclair. (323 Nm). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Mercury Montclair.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML | 1954 Mercury Montclair | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercury |
| Model | ML | Montclair |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3724 cc | 4192 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 347 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 92.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2980 mm |
