1992 Ferrari 348 vs. 2011 Mercury Grand Marquis
To start off, 2011 Mercury Grand Marquis is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ferrari 348. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ferrari 348 would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Mercury Grand Marquis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ferrari 348 (295 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2011 Mercury Grand Marquis. (224 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ferrari 348 should accelerate faster than 2011 Mercury Grand Marquis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 402 kg more than 1992 Ferrari 348.
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, 2011 Mercury Grand Marquis (372 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ferrari 348. (323 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2011 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ferrari 348. 2011 Mercury Grand Marquis has automatic transmission and 1992 Ferrari 348 has manual transmission. 1992 Ferrari 348 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Mercury Grand Marquis will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ferrari 348 | 2011 Mercury Grand Marquis | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercury |
| Model | 348 | Grand Marquis |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3405 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 372 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1867 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 5385 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1989 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2911 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 72 L |
