1982 Mercedes-Benz 500 vs. 1999 Mercury Grand Marquis
To start off, 1999 Mercury Grand Marquis is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Mercedes-Benz 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Mercedes-Benz 500 would be higher. At 4,973 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Mercedes-Benz 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Mercedes-Benz 500 (231 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1999 Mercury Grand Marquis. (208 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Mercedes-Benz 500 should accelerate faster than 1999 Mercury Grand Marquis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 222 kg more than 1982 Mercedes-Benz 500.
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, 1982 Mercedes-Benz 500 (405 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mercury Grand Marquis. (359 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1982 Mercedes-Benz 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mercury Grand Marquis.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Mercedes-Benz 500 | 1999 Mercury Grand Marquis | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercury |
Model | 500 | Grand Marquis |
Year Released | 1982 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4973 cc | 4604 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 231 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 405 Nm | 359 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1832 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 72 L |