1985 Mercury Grand Marquis vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Mercury Grand Marquis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Mercury Grand Marquis would be higher. At 4,940 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Mercury Grand Marquis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz E (201 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1985 Mercury Grand Marquis. (148 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1985 Mercury Grand Marquis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 75 kg more than 1985 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz E (500 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Mercury Grand Marquis. (366 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Mercury Grand Marquis.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Mercury Grand Marquis | 2012 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Mercury | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Grand Marquis | E |
Year Released | 1985 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4940 cc | 2143 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1825 kg |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 80 L |