1986 Mercury Grand Marquis vs. 1941 Packard 12
To start off, 1986 Mercury Grand Marquis is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1941 Packard 12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1941 Packard 12 would be higher. At 7,756 cc (12 cylinders), 1941 Packard 12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1941 Packard 12 (173 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1986 Mercury Grand Marquis. (148 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1941 Packard 12 should accelerate faster than 1986 Mercury Grand Marquis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1941 Packard 12 weights approximately 674 kg more than 1986 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Mercury Grand Marquis | 1941 Packard 12 | |
| Make | Mercury | Packard |
| Model | Grand Marquis | 12 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1941 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 7756 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 2424 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 5800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 3440 mm |
