1962 Ford Zephyr vs. 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis
To start off, 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Ford Zephyr. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Ford Zephyr would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis (224 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1962 Ford Zephyr. (103 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis should accelerate faster than 1962 Ford Zephyr. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 657 kg more than 1962 Ford Zephyr. 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, 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis (373 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Ford Zephyr. (185 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Ford Zephyr.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Ford Zephyr | 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis | |
Make | Ford | Mercury |
Model | Zephyr | Grand Marquis |
Year Released | 1962 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2495 cc | 4605 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 103 HP | 224 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 185 Nm | 373 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1179 kg | 1836 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2920 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 72 L |