1962 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1989 Mercury Grand Marquis
To start off, 1989 Mercury Grand Marquis is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Mercury Grand Marquis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1989 Mercury Grand Marquis. (148 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1989 Mercury Grand Marquis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 420 kg more than 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 Mercury Grand Marquis (366 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1989 Mercury Grand Marquis | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Mercury |
Model | Spider | Grand Marquis |
Year Released | 1962 | 1989 |
Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2582 cc | 4941 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 5400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2920 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 90 L |