1998 Ferrari Mondial vs. 1968 Mercury Marauder
To start off, 1998 Ferrari Mondial is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mercury Marauder. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mercury Marauder would be higher. At 6,392 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Mercury Marauder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ferrari Mondial (266 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1968 Mercury Marauder. (171 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 1968 Mercury Marauder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Mercury Marauder weights approximately 565 kg more than 1998 Ferrari Mondial.
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, 1968 Mercury Marauder (383 Nm) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ferrari Mondial. (363 Nm). This means 1968 Mercury Marauder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ferrari Mondial.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Ferrari Mondial | 1968 Mercury Marauder | |
Make | Ferrari | Mercury |
Model | Mondial | Marauder |
Year Released | 1998 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3185 cc | 6392 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 266 HP | 171 HP |
Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 363 Nm | 383 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1995 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3160 mm |