2008 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 1955 Mercury Montclair
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL 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 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL (510 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 351 more horse power than 1955 Mercury Montclair. (159 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1955 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 Mercedes-Benz SL (830 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 507 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Mercury Montclair. (323 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Mercury Montclair.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Mercedes-Benz SL | 1955 Mercury Montclair | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercury |
Model | SL | Montclair |
Year Released | 2008 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5513 cc | 4196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 510 HP | 159 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 830 Nm | 323 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 7.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 5250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2980 mm |