1961 Lancia Flaminia vs. 2007 Mercury Grand Marquis
To start off, 2007 Mercury Grand Marquis is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Lancia Flaminia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Lancia Flaminia would be higher. At 4,603 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercury Grand Marquis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercury Grand Marquis (239 HP) has 139 more horse power than 1961 Lancia Flaminia. (100 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercury Grand Marquis should accelerate faster than 1961 Lancia Flaminia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 559 kg more than 1961 Lancia Flaminia. 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, 2007 Mercury Grand Marquis (389 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Lancia Flaminia. (187 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Lancia Flaminia. 2007 Mercury Grand Marquis has automatic transmission and 1961 Lancia Flaminia has manual transmission. 1961 Lancia Flaminia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mercury Grand Marquis will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Lancia Flaminia | 2007 Mercury Grand Marquis | |
| Make | Lancia | Mercury |
| Model | Flaminia | Grand Marquis |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 4603 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 239 HP |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 389 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1273 kg | 1832 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 5370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.1 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 72 L |
