1973 Ferrari 246 vs. 1981 Mercury Grand Marquis
To start off, 1981 Mercury Grand Marquis is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Ferrari 246. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Ferrari 246 would be higher. At 4,186 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Mercury Grand Marquis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Ferrari 246 (196 HP) has 78 more horse power than 1981 Mercury Grand Marquis. (118 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Ferrari 246 should accelerate faster than 1981 Mercury Grand Marquis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 600 kg more than 1973 Ferrari 246.
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, 1981 Mercury Grand Marquis (262 Nm) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Ferrari 246. (226 Nm). This means 1981 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Ferrari 246.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Ferrari 246 | 1981 Mercury Grand Marquis | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercury |
| Model | 246 | Grand Marquis |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2418 cc | 4186 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 196 HP | 118 HP |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 262 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 5400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2910 mm |
