1967 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis
To start off, 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 6,474 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Chevrolet Caprice (275 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis. (224 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 405 kg more than 1967 Chevrolet Caprice.
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:
| 1967 Chevrolet Caprice | 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercury |
| Model | Caprice | Grand Marquis |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6474 cc | 4604 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 2075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5420 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 72 L |
