1982 Ferrari 208 vs. 1990 Mercury Grand Marquis
To start off, 1990 Mercury Grand Marquis is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Ferrari 208. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Ferrari 208 would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Mercury Grand Marquis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Ferrari 208 (153 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1990 Mercury Grand Marquis. (149 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Ferrari 208 should accelerate faster than 1990 Mercury Grand Marquis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 445 kg more than 1982 Ferrari 208.
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, 1990 Mercury Grand Marquis (366 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ferrari 208. (170 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1990 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ferrari 208.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Ferrari 208 | 1990 Mercury Grand Marquis | |
Make | Ferrari | Mercury |
Model | 208 | Grand Marquis |
Year Released | 1982 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 4942 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 149 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 5400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2920 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 90 L |