1961 Berkeley Twosome vs. 2005 Mercury Grand Marquis
To start off, 2005 Mercury Grand Marquis is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Berkeley Twosome. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Berkeley Twosome would be higher. At 4,603 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Grand Marquis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Grand Marquis (224 HP) has 175 more horse power than 1961 Berkeley Twosome. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Grand Marquis should accelerate faster than 1961 Berkeley Twosome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 1539 kg more than 1961 Berkeley Twosome. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Mercury Grand Marquis 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 2005 Mercury Grand Marquis. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1961 Berkeley Twosome, 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. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mercury Grand Marquis (373 Nm) has 312 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Berkeley Twosome. (61 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Berkeley Twosome.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Berkeley Twosome | 2005 Mercury Grand Marquis | |
| Make | Berkeley | Mercury |
| Model | Twosome | Grand Marquis |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 692 cc | 4603 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 224 HP |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 318 kg | 1857 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1780 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 72 L |
