1964 Buick Electra vs. 2004 Mercury Marauder
To start off, 2004 Mercury Marauder is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Buick Electra would be higher. At 6,965 cc (8 cylinders), 1964 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercury Marauder (302 HP) has 27 more horse power than 1964 Buick Electra. (275 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercury Marauder should accelerate faster than 1964 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Buick Electra weights approximately 125 kg more than 2004 Mercury Marauder.
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:
| 1964 Buick Electra | 2004 Mercury Marauder | |
| Make | Buick | Mercury |
| Model | Electra | Marauder |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6965 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 302 HP |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2030 kg | 1905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5670 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2920 mm |
