1992 Ferrari 512 TR vs. 1978 Mercury Grand Marquis
To start off, 1992 Ferrari 512 TR is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mercury Grand Marquis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mercury Grand Marquis would be higher. At 4,943 cc, 1992 Ferrari 512 TR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ferrari 512 TR (422 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 293 more horse power than 1978 Mercury Grand Marquis. (129 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ferrari 512 TR should accelerate faster than 1978 Mercury Grand Marquis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 175 kg more than 1992 Ferrari 512 TR.
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, 1992 Ferrari 512 TR (501 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mercury Grand Marquis. (303 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1992 Ferrari 512 TR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mercury Grand Marquis.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Ferrari 512 TR | 1978 Mercury Grand Marquis | |
Make | Ferrari | Mercury |
Model | 512 TR | Grand Marquis |
Year Released | 1992 | 1978 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4943 cc | 4942 cc |
Horse Power | 422 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 501 Nm | 303 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 76.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2910 mm |