1969 Maserati Mistral vs. 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis
To start off, 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Maserati Mistral. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Maserati Mistral would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Maserati Mistral (252 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis. (224 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Maserati Mistral should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 571 kg more than 1969 Maserati Mistral.
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. Let's talk about torque, 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis (373 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Maserati Mistral. (363 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Maserati Mistral.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Maserati Mistral | 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis | |
Make | Maserati | Mercury |
Model | Mistral | Grand Marquis |
Year Released | 1969 | 2006 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4014 cc | 4605 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 224 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 363 Nm | 373 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1836 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2920 mm |