1986 Ferrari 208 vs. 2005 Mercury Grand Marquis
To start off, 2005 Mercury Grand Marquis is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ferrari 208. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ferrari 208 would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Grand Marquis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ferrari 208 (254 HP) has 30 more horse power than 2005 Mercury Grand Marquis. (224 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ferrari 208 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercury Grand Marquis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 704 kg more than 1986 Ferrari 208.
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, 2005 Mercury Grand Marquis (373 Nm) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ferrari 208. (329 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ferrari 208.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ferrari 208 | 2005 Mercury Grand Marquis | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercury |
| Model | 208 | Grand Marquis |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 224 HP |
| Torque | 329 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1132 kg | 1836 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 72 L |
