1991 Italdesign M12 vs. 1980 Mercury Grand Marquis
To start off, 1991 Italdesign M12 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Mercury Grand Marquis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Mercury Grand Marquis would be higher. At 4,988 cc (12 cylinders), 1991 Italdesign M12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Italdesign M12 (300 HP) has 182 more horse power than 1980 Mercury Grand Marquis. (118 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Italdesign M12 should accelerate faster than 1980 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, 1991 Italdesign M12 (450 Nm) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Mercury Grand Marquis. (262 Nm). This means 1991 Italdesign M12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Mercury Grand Marquis.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Italdesign M12 | 1980 Mercury Grand Marquis | |
| Make | Italdesign | Mercury |
| Model | M12 | Grand Marquis |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4988 cc | 4184 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 118 HP |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 262 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 5400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2910 mm |
