1948 Jaguar XK vs. 1989 Mercury Grand Marquis
To start off, 1989 Mercury Grand Marquis is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Mercury Grand Marquis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1948 Jaguar XK (180 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1989 Mercury Grand Marquis. (148 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1948 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1989 Mercury Grand Marquis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 378 kg more than 1948 Jaguar XK.
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, 1989 Mercury Grand Marquis (366 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Jaguar XK. (276 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
1948 Jaguar XK | 1989 Mercury Grand Marquis | |
Make | Jaguar | Mercury |
Model | XK | Grand Marquis |
Year Released | 1948 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3442 cc | 4941 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Torque | 276 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1372 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 5400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2920 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 90 L |