2008 Mercedes-Benz B vs. 1954 Mercury Montclair
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz B 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 4,192 cc (8 cylinders), 1954 Mercury Montclair is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Mercury Montclair (158 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2008 Mercedes-Benz B. (94 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1954 Mercury Montclair should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercedes-Benz B.
Because 1954 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 1954 Mercury Montclair. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz B, 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, 1954 Mercury Montclair (323 Nm) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercedes-Benz B. (140 Nm). This means 1954 Mercury Montclair will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercedes-Benz B.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mercedes-Benz B | 1954 Mercury Montclair | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercury |
| Model | B | Montclair |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 4192 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 92.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.2 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2980 mm |
