2008 Hyundai Sonata vs. 1955 Mercury Montclair
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Sonata is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Mercury Montclair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Mercury Montclair would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 1955 Mercury Montclair is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hyundai Sonata (232 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1955 Mercury Montclair. (159 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Sonata should accelerate faster than 1955 Mercury Montclair.
Because 1955 Mercury Montclair is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1955 Mercury Montclair. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Sonata, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1955 Mercury Montclair (323 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai Sonata. (304 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1955 Mercury Montclair will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai Sonata.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Hyundai Sonata | 1955 Mercury Montclair | |
| Make | Hyundai | Mercury |
| Model | Sonata | Montclair |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3342 cc | 4196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 159 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.1 mm | 92.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.8 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2980 mm |
