1968 Innocenti Mini vs. 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis
To start off, 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Innocenti Mini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Innocenti Mini would be higher. At 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis (224 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1968 Innocenti Mini. (41 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis should accelerate faster than 1968 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 1445 kg more than 1968 Innocenti Mini. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1968 Innocenti Mini, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis (373 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 317 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Innocenti Mini. (56 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Innocenti Mini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Innocenti Mini | 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis | |
| Make | Innocenti | Mercury |
| Model | Mini | Grand Marquis |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 4604 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 56 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 2075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 72 L |
