1970 Ginetta G21 vs. 2010 Mercury Grand Marquis
To start off, 2010 Mercury Grand Marquis is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ginetta G21. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ginetta G21 would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Mercury Grand Marquis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercury Grand Marquis (224 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1970 Ginetta G21. (128 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercury Grand Marquis should accelerate faster than 1970 Ginetta G21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 996 kg more than 1970 Ginetta G21. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 Mercury Grand Marquis (372 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ginetta G21. (235 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ginetta G21. 2010 Mercury Grand Marquis has automatic transmission and 1970 Ginetta G21 has manual transmission. 1970 Ginetta G21 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Mercury Grand Marquis will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Ginetta G21 | 2010 Mercury Grand Marquis | |
| Make | Ginetta | Mercury |
| Model | G21 | Grand Marquis |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2994 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 372 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 871 kg | 1867 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 5385 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1989 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2911 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 72 L |
