2006 Mercury Milan vs. 1953 Porsche 1300
To start off, 2006 Mercury Milan is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Porsche 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Porsche 1300 would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mercury Milan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercury Milan (221 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1953 Porsche 1300. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Milan should accelerate faster than 1953 Porsche 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Milan weights approximately 1075 kg more than 1953 Porsche 1300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1953 Porsche 1300 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 1953 Porsche 1300. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Milan, 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, 2006 Mercury Milan (278 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Porsche 1300. (88 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Milan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Porsche 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercury Milan | 1953 Porsche 1300 | |
| Make | Mercury | Porsche |
| Model | Milan | 1300 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2110 mm |
