1998 Mercury Grand Marquis vs. 1961 BMW Isetta
To start off, 1998 Mercury Grand Marquis is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 BMW Isetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 BMW Isetta would be higher. At 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Mercury Grand Marquis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mercury Grand Marquis (208 HP) has 195 more horse power than 1961 BMW Isetta. (13 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mercury Grand Marquis should accelerate faster than 1961 BMW Isetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 1472 kg more than 1961 BMW Isetta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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. 1998 Mercury Grand Marquis has automatic transmission and 1961 BMW Isetta has manual transmission. 1961 BMW Isetta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Mercury Grand Marquis will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Mercury Grand Marquis | 1961 BMW Isetta | |
| Make | Mercury | BMW |
| Model | Grand Marquis | Isetta |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4604 cc | 247 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 1 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | single |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 13 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 1 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1832 kg | 360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 2300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 1510 mm |
