2008 BMW X5 vs. 1954 Mercury Montclair
To start off, 2008 BMW X5 is newer by 54 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 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW X5 (350 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1954 Mercury Montclair. (158 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1954 Mercury Montclair.
Because 2008 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Mercury Montclair. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 BMW X5 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, 2008 BMW X5 (475 Nm) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Mercury Montclair. (323 Nm). This means 2008 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Mercury Montclair.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW X5 | 1954 Mercury Montclair | |
| Make | BMW | Mercury |
| Model | X5 | Montclair |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 4192 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 92.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2980 mm |
