1966 DAF 44 vs. 2008 Mercury Grand Marquis
To start off, 2008 Mercury Grand Marquis is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 DAF 44. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 DAF 44 would be higher. At 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercury Grand Marquis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercury Grand Marquis (224 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1966 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercury Grand Marquis should accelerate faster than 1966 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 1096 kg more than 1966 DAF 44. 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, 2008 Mercury Grand Marquis (369 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 DAF 44. (71 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
1966 DAF 44 | 2008 Mercury Grand Marquis | |
Make | DAF | Mercury |
Model | 44 | Grand Marquis |
Year Released | 1966 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 844 cc | 4606 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 224 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 71 Nm | 369 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.6:1 | 9.4:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1836 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 5370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2920 mm |