2009 Cadillac SRX vs. 1954 Mercury Montclair
To start off, 2009 Cadillac SRX is newer by 55 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 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac SRX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac SRX (321 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1954 Mercury Montclair. (158 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 1954 Mercury Montclair.
Because 2009 Cadillac SRX 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, 2009 Cadillac SRX 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, 2009 Cadillac SRX (427 Nm) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Mercury Montclair. (323 Nm). This means 2009 Cadillac SRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Mercury Montclair.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac SRX | 1954 Mercury Montclair | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mercury |
| Model | SRX | Montclair |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 4192 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 92.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2980 mm |
