2007 Acura TL vs. 1954 Mercury Montclair
To start off, 2007 Acura TL is newer by 53 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, 2007 Acura TL (286 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1954 Mercury Montclair. (158 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 1954 Mercury Montclair.
Because 1954 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 1954 Mercury Montclair. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Acura TL, 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, 2007 Acura TL (347 Nm) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Mercury Montclair. (323 Nm). This means 2007 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Mercury Montclair.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Acura TL | 1954 Mercury Montclair | |
Make | Acura | Mercury |
Model | TL | Montclair |
Year Released | 2007 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 4192 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 286 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 347 Nm | 323 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 92.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 78.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2980 mm |