1987 Mercury Grand Marquis vs. 1964 MG MGC
To start off, 1987 Mercury Grand Marquis is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 MG MGC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 MG MGC would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Mercury Grand Marquis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 MG MGC (149 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1987 Mercury Grand Marquis. (148 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 MG MGC should accelerate faster than 1987 Mercury Grand Marquis.
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, 1987 Mercury Grand Marquis (366 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 MG MGC. (174 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1987 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 MG MGC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Mercury Grand Marquis | 1964 MG MGC | |
| Make | Mercury | MG |
| Model | Grand Marquis | MGC |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1964 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2912 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
