1968 Mercury Marauder vs. 2012 Lincoln MKZ
To start off, 2012 Lincoln MKZ 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 7,003 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Mercury Marauder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lincoln MKZ (263 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1968 Mercury Marauder. (205 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lincoln MKZ should accelerate faster than 1968 Mercury Marauder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Mercury Marauder weights approximately 388 kg more than 2012 Lincoln MKZ.
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 Lincoln MKZ, 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 (453 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Lincoln MKZ. (337 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1968 Mercury Marauder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Lincoln MKZ.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Mercury Marauder | 2012 Lincoln MKZ | |
| Make | Mercury | Lincoln |
| Model | Marauder | MKZ |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7003 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 263 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 453 Nm | 337 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 1632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5640 mm | 4821 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1834 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1445 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2728 mm |
