2007 Lexus LS vs. 1954 Mercury Montclair
To start off, 2007 Lexus LS 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 4,608 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lexus LS (380 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 1954 Mercury Montclair. (158 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lexus LS 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, 2007 Lexus LS (498 Nm) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Mercury Montclair. (323 Nm). This means 2007 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Mercury Montclair.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Lexus LS | 1954 Mercury Montclair | |
Make | Lexus | Mercury |
Model | LS | Montclair |
Year Released | 2007 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4608 cc | 4192 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 380 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 498 Nm | 323 Nm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2980 mm |