2007 Mercury Milan vs. 1954 Porsche 356
To start off, 2007 Mercury Milan is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mercury Milan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercury Milan (221 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1954 Porsche 356. (110 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercury Milan should accelerate faster than 1954 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercury Milan weights approximately 1052 kg more than 1954 Porsche 356. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Mercury Milan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Porsche 356. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Mercury Milan 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, 2007 Mercury Milan (278 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Porsche 356. (133 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2007 Mercury Milan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Porsche 356. 2007 Mercury Milan has automatic transmission and 1954 Porsche 356 has manual transmission. 1954 Porsche 356 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mercury Milan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercury Milan | 1954 Porsche 356 | |
| Make | Mercury | Porsche |
| Model | Milan | 356 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1832 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 79 L |
