1986 Mercury Grand Marquis vs. 1957 Wartburg Sports Convertible
To start off, 1986 Mercury Grand Marquis is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Wartburg Sports Convertible. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Wartburg Sports Convertible would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Mercury Grand Marquis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Mercury Grand Marquis (148 HP) has 99 more horse power than 1957 Wartburg Sports Convertible. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Mercury Grand Marquis should accelerate faster than 1957 Wartburg Sports Convertible. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 874 kg more than 1957 Wartburg Sports Convertible. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 Mercury Grand Marquis is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1986 Mercury Grand Marquis. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1957 Wartburg Sports Convertible, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Mercury Grand Marquis (367 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Wartburg Sports Convertible. (87 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1986 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Wartburg Sports Convertible.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Mercury Grand Marquis | 1957 Wartburg Sports Convertible | |
Make | Mercury | Wartburg |
Model | Grand Marquis | Sports Convertible |
Year Released | 1986 | 1957 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 49 HP |
Torque | 367 Nm | 87 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 876 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 40 L |