1984 Maserati 228 vs. 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis
To start off, 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Maserati 228. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Maserati 228 would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Maserati 228 (252 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis. (225 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Maserati 228 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 592 kg more than 1984 Maserati 228.
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 @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Maserati 228. (366 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Maserati 228.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Maserati 228 | 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis | |
| Make | Maserati | Mercury |
| Model | 228 | Grand Marquis |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2790 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1857 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2920 mm |
