1965 Bristol 409 vs. 2005 Mercury Grand Marquis
To start off, 2005 Mercury Grand Marquis is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Bristol 409. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Bristol 409 would be higher. At 5,211 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Bristol 409 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Grand Marquis (224 HP) has 9 more horse power than 1965 Bristol 409. (215 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Grand Marquis should accelerate faster than 1965 Bristol 409. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 257 kg more than 1965 Bristol 409. 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, 1965 Bristol 409 (463 Nm) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercury Grand Marquis. (373 Nm). This means 1965 Bristol 409 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercury Grand Marquis.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Bristol 409 | 2005 Mercury Grand Marquis | |
| Make | Bristol | Mercury |
| Model | 409 | Grand Marquis |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5211 cc | 4603 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 224 HP |
| Torque | 463 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1857 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 72 L |
