1961 Alpine A 108 vs. 2004 Mercury Grand Marquis
To start off, 2004 Mercury Grand Marquis is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Alpine A 108. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Alpine A 108 would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Mercury Grand Marquis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercury Grand Marquis (224 HP) has 175 more horse power than 1961 Alpine A 108. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercury Grand Marquis should accelerate faster than 1961 Alpine A 108. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 1237 kg more than 1961 Alpine A 108. 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. Let's talk about torque, 2004 Mercury Grand Marquis (373 Nm) has 316 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Alpine A 108. (57 Nm). This means 2004 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Alpine A 108. 2004 Mercury Grand Marquis has automatic transmission and 1961 Alpine A 108 has manual transmission. 1961 Alpine A 108 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Mercury Grand Marquis will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Alpine A 108 | 2004 Mercury Grand Marquis | |
| Make | Alpine | Mercury |
| Model | A 108 | Grand Marquis |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 843 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 224 HP |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 595 kg | 1832 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 72 L |
