1986 Maserati Bi Turbo vs. 1978 Mercury Grand Marquis
To start off, 1986 Maserati Bi Turbo is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mercury Grand Marquis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mercury Grand Marquis would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Mercury Grand Marquis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Maserati Bi Turbo (183 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1978 Mercury Grand Marquis. (129 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Maserati Bi Turbo should accelerate faster than 1978 Mercury Grand Marquis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 595 kg more than 1986 Maserati Bi Turbo.
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, 1986 Maserati Bi Turbo (305 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mercury Grand Marquis. (303 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1986 Maserati Bi Turbo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mercury Grand Marquis.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Maserati Bi Turbo | 1978 Mercury Grand Marquis | |
Make | Maserati | Mercury |
Model | Bi Turbo | Grand Marquis |
Year Released | 1986 | 1978 |
Engine Size | 2491 cc | 4942 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 183 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 303 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 5400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2910 mm |