1961 Lotus Seven vs. 1978 Mercury Grand Marquis
To start off, 1978 Mercury Grand Marquis is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Lotus Seven. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Lotus Seven would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Mercury Grand Marquis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Mercury Grand Marquis (129 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1961 Lotus Seven. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Mercury Grand Marquis should accelerate faster than 1961 Lotus Seven. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 1258 kg more than 1961 Lotus Seven. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Lotus Seven | 1978 Mercury Grand Marquis | |
| Make | Lotus | Mercury |
| Model | Seven | Grand Marquis |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 997 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 432 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3360 mm | 5400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2910 mm |
