1996 Ferrari F355 vs. 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis
To start off, 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ferrari F355. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ferrari F355 would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ferrari F355 (377 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis. (224 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 486 kg more than 1996 Ferrari F355.
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, 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis (373 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ferrari F355. (363 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ferrari F355.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Ferrari F355 | 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis | |
Make | Ferrari | Mercury |
Model | F355 | Grand Marquis |
Year Released | 1996 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3496 cc | 4605 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 377 HP | 224 HP |
Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 363 Nm | 373 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1836 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 5390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2920 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 72 L |