1968 Mercury Marauder vs. 2012 Chevrolet Impala
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Impala is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mercury Marauder. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mercury Marauder would be higher. At 6,392 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Mercury Marauder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Impala (300 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1968 Mercury Marauder. (171 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Impala should accelerate faster than 1968 Mercury Marauder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Mercury Marauder weights approximately 340 kg more than 2012 Chevrolet Impala.
Because 1968 Mercury Marauder 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 1968 Mercury Marauder. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Impala, 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, 1968 Mercury Marauder (383 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Impala. (355 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 1968 Mercury Marauder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Impala.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Mercury Marauder | 2012 Chevrolet Impala | |
Make | Mercury | Chevrolet |
Model | Marauder | Impala |
Year Released | 1968 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6392 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 171 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 383 Nm | 355 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1995 kg | 1655 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5640 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1491 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2807 mm |