1972 Jensen Jensen-Healey vs. 1968 Mercury Marauder
To start off, 1972 Jensen Jensen-Healey is newer by 4 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, 1968 Mercury Marauder (171 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1972 Jensen Jensen-Healey. (120 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Mercury Marauder should accelerate faster than 1972 Jensen Jensen-Healey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Mercury Marauder weights approximately 835 kg more than 1972 Jensen Jensen-Healey. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Jensen Jensen-Healey | 1968 Mercury Marauder | |
| Make | Jensen | Mercury |
| Model | Jensen-Healey | Marauder |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1973 cc | 6392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 5640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 3160 mm |
