1968 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1969 Mercury Marauder
To start off, 1969 Mercury Marauder is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 6,392 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Mercury Marauder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Mercury Marauder (172 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider. (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Mercury Marauder should accelerate faster than 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Mercury Marauder weights approximately 665 kg more than 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1969 Mercury Marauder (383 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1969 Mercury Marauder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1969 Mercury Marauder | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Mercury |
Model | Spider | Marauder |
Year Released | 1968 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2580 cc | 6392 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 383 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1995 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 5640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3160 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 85 L |