2007 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 1954 Mercury Montclair
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz S 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 5,512 cc (12 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz S (510 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 352 more horse power than 1954 Mercury Montclair. (158 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz S 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 Mercedes-Benz S (830 Nm) has 507 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Mercury Montclair. (323 Nm). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Mercury Montclair.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Mercedes-Benz S | 1954 Mercury Montclair | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercury |
Model | S | Montclair |
Year Released | 2007 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5512 cc | 4192 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 510 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 830 Nm | 323 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 92.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 78.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 5250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3170 mm | 2980 mm |