1949 Mercury Roadster vs. 2001 Pontiac Grand Prix
To start off, 2001 Pontiac Grand Prix is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Mercury Roadster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Mercury Roadster would be higher. At 3,990 cc (8 cylinders), 1949 Mercury Roadster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Pontiac Grand Prix (173 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1949 Mercury Roadster. (108 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 1949 Mercury Roadster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Mercury Roadster weights approximately 74 kg more than 2001 Pontiac Grand Prix.
Because 1949 Mercury Roadster 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 1949 Mercury Roadster. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Pontiac Grand Prix, 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Mercury Roadster | 2001 Pontiac Grand Prix | |
| Make | Mercury | Pontiac |
| Model | Roadster | Grand Prix |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3990 cc | 3130 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1476 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 5000 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2990 mm |
