1976 Bristol 603 vs. 2005 Mercury Marauder
To start off, 2005 Mercury Marauder is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Bristol 603. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Bristol 603 would be higher. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Bristol 603 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Marauder (303 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1976 Bristol 603. (145 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Marauder should accelerate faster than 1976 Bristol 603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Marauder weights approximately 100 kg more than 1976 Bristol 603. 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, 2005 Mercury Marauder (420 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Bristol 603. (333 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2005 Mercury Marauder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Bristol 603.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Bristol 603 | 2005 Mercury Marauder | |
Make | Bristol | Mercury |
Model | 603 | Marauder |
Year Released | 1976 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5210 cc | 4606 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 303 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 333 Nm | 420 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1885 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2900 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 72 L |