1964 Ford Taunus vs. 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis
To start off, 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Ford Taunus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Ford Taunus 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 186 more horse power than 1964 Ford Taunus. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis should accelerate faster than 1964 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 1080 kg more than 1964 Ford Taunus. 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:
| 1964 Ford Taunus | 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis | |
| Make | Ford | Mercury |
| Model | Taunus | Grand Marquis |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1183 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.9 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 1925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 72 L |
