2008 Dodge Viper vs. 1954 Mercury Montclair
To start off, 2008 Dodge Viper 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 8,285 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Viper (499 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 341 more horse power than 1954 Mercury Montclair. (158 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Viper 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, 2008 Dodge Viper (711 Nm) has 388 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Mercury Montclair. (323 Nm). This means 2008 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Mercury Montclair.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Dodge Viper | 1954 Mercury Montclair | |
Make | Dodge | Mercury |
Model | Viper | Montclair |
Year Released | 2008 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 8285 cc | 4192 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 499 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 711 Nm | 323 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 102.4 mm | 92.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100.6 mm | 78.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2980 mm |