1974 Ferrari Dino vs. 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis
To start off, 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Ferrari Dino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Ferrari Dino would be higher. At 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Ferrari Dino (250 HP) has 26 more horse power than 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis. (224 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Ferrari Dino 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 746 kg more than 1974 Ferrari Dino.
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) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Ferrari Dino. (283 Nm). This means 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Ferrari Dino.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Ferrari Dino | 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis | |
Make | Ferrari | Mercury |
Model | Dino | Grand Marquis |
Year Released | 1974 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2924 cc | 4604 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 250 HP | 224 HP |
Torque | 283 Nm | 373 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1329 kg | 2075 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 5390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2920 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 72 L |