1982 Mercury Grand Marquis vs. 1966 Sunbeam Tiger
To start off, 1982 Mercury Grand Marquis is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Sunbeam Tiger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Sunbeam Tiger would be higher. At 4,259 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Sunbeam Tiger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Sunbeam Tiger (163 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1982 Mercury Grand Marquis. (118 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Sunbeam Tiger should accelerate faster than 1982 Mercury Grand Marquis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 540 kg more than 1966 Sunbeam Tiger.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Mercury Grand Marquis | 1966 Sunbeam Tiger | |
| Make | Mercury | Sunbeam |
| Model | Grand Marquis | Tiger |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Size | 4186 cc | 4259 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2190 mm |
