1995 Mercury Grand Marquis vs. 2007 Alpina D3
To start off, 2007 Alpina D3 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Mercury Grand Marquis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Mercury Grand Marquis would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Mercury Grand Marquis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Alpina D3 (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1995 Mercury Grand Marquis. (209 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alpina D3 should accelerate faster than 1995 Mercury Grand Marquis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 265 kg more than 2007 Alpina D3.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Mercury Grand Marquis | 2007 Alpina D3 | |
| Make | Mercury | Alpina |
| Model | Grand Marquis | D3 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 3346 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 209 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1760 mm |
