2009 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 1954 Mercury Montclair
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz S 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 5,980 cc, 2009 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz S (604 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 446 more horse power than 1954 Mercury Montclair. (158 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz S 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz S (1,000 Nm) has 677 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Mercury Montclair. (323 Nm). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Mercury Montclair.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mercedes-Benz S | 1954 Mercury Montclair | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercury |
| Model | S | Montclair |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5980 cc | 4192 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 604 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 1000 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3170 mm | 2980 mm |
