1985 Ferrari 328 GTS vs. 1979 Mercury Grand Marquis
To start off, 1985 Ferrari 328 GTS is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Mercury Grand Marquis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mercury Grand Marquis would be higher. At 4,186 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Mercury Grand Marquis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ferrari 328 GTS (270 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1979 Mercury Grand Marquis. (118 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ferrari 328 GTS should accelerate faster than 1979 Mercury Grand Marquis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Ferrari 328 GTS weights approximately 150 kg more than 1979 Mercury Grand Marquis. 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, 1985 Ferrari 328 GTS (289 Nm) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mercury Grand Marquis. (262 Nm). This means 1985 Ferrari 328 GTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mercury Grand Marquis.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ferrari 328 GTS | 1979 Mercury Grand Marquis | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercury |
| Model | 328 GTS | Grand Marquis |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3185 cc | 4186 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 262 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1030 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2910 mm |
