1968 Avanti Avanti vs. 2008 Mercury Grand Marquis
To start off, 2008 Mercury Grand Marquis is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Avanti Avanti (254 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2008 Mercury Grand Marquis. (224 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercury Grand Marquis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 376 kg more than 1968 Avanti Avanti.
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. 2008 Mercury Grand Marquis has automatic transmission and 1968 Avanti Avanti has manual transmission. 1968 Avanti Avanti will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Mercury Grand Marquis will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Avanti Avanti | 2008 Mercury Grand Marquis | |
| Make | Avanti | Mercury |
| Model | Avanti | Grand Marquis |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2008 |
| Engine Size | 5354 cc | 4606 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1836 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2920 mm |
