1970 Mercury Marauder vs. 1958 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 1970 Mercury Marauder is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Volkswagen Beetle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Volkswagen Beetle would be higher. At 6,392 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Mercury Marauder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Mercury Marauder (171 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1958 Volkswagen Beetle. (34 HP @ 3900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Mercury Marauder should accelerate faster than 1958 Volkswagen Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Mercury Marauder weights approximately 1195 kg more than 1958 Volkswagen Beetle. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 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 1970 Mercury Marauder. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1958 Volkswagen Beetle, 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.
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1970 Mercury Marauder | 1958 Volkswagen Beetle | |
Make | Mercury | Volkswagen |
Model | Marauder | Beetle |
Year Released | 1970 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6392 cc | 1190 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 171 HP | 34 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1995 kg | 800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5640 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2410 mm |