1961 AC Greyhound vs. 1998 Mercury Grand Marquis
To start off, 1998 Mercury Grand Marquis is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 AC Greyhound. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 AC Greyhound would be higher. At 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Mercury Grand Marquis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mercury Grand Marquis (208 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1961 AC Greyhound. (123 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mercury Grand Marquis should accelerate faster than 1961 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 817 kg more than 1961 AC Greyhound. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Mercury Grand Marquis (360 Nm) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 AC Greyhound. (179 Nm). This means 1998 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 AC Greyhound.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 AC Greyhound | 1998 Mercury Grand Marquis | |
| Make | AC | Mercury |
| Model | Greyhound | Grand Marquis |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 4604 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1832 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 72 L |
