1997 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR vs. 1995 Mercury Grand Marquis
To start off, 1997 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR is newer by 2 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 6,898 cc (12 cylinders), 1997 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR (604 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 395 more horse power than 1995 Mercury Grand Marquis. (209 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR 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 450 kg more than 1997 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR.
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:
| 1997 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR | 1995 Mercury Grand Marquis | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercury |
| Model | CLK GTR | Grand Marquis |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 6898 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 604 HP | 209 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1980 mm |
