1956 Buick 40 vs. 1996 Mercury Grand Marquis
To start off, 1996 Mercury Grand Marquis is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Buick 40 would be higher. At 5,279 cc (8 cylinders), 1956 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Buick 40 (252 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1996 Mercury Grand Marquis. (208 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Buick 40 should accelerate faster than 1996 Mercury Grand Marquis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 125 kg more than 1956 Buick 40.
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:
| 1956 Buick 40 | 1996 Mercury Grand Marquis | |
| Make | Buick | Mercury |
| Model | 40 | Grand Marquis |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5279 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1980 mm |
