1965 Oldsmobile Starfire vs. 2010 Mercury Grand Marquis
To start off, 2010 Mercury Grand Marquis is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Oldsmobile Starfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Oldsmobile Starfire would be higher. At 6,965 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Oldsmobile Starfire is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 47 kg more than 1965 Oldsmobile Starfire.
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:
| 1965 Oldsmobile Starfire | 2010 Mercury Grand Marquis | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Mercury |
| Model | Starfire | Grand Marquis |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6965 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 224 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1867 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5385 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2911 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 72 L |
