1955 Chevrolet Bel Air vs. 2004 Mercury Grand Marquis
To start off, 2004 Mercury Grand Marquis is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Chevrolet Bel Air. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Chevrolet Bel Air would be higher. At 4,602 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Mercury Grand Marquis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercury Grand Marquis (208 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1955 Chevrolet Bel Air. (148 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercury Grand Marquis should accelerate faster than 1955 Chevrolet Bel Air. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 282 kg more than 1955 Chevrolet Bel Air. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Chevrolet Bel Air | 2004 Mercury Grand Marquis | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercury |
Model | Bel Air | Grand Marquis |
Year Released | 1955 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4343 cc | 4602 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1832 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 5390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2760 mm |