1998 Mercury Grand Marquis vs. 1961 MG Magnett
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 MG Magnett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 MG Magnett would be higher. At 4,603 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Mercury Grand Marquis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mercury Grand Marquis (223 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1961 MG Magnett. (63 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mercury Grand Marquis should accelerate faster than 1961 MG Magnett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 592 kg more than 1961 MG Magnett. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1998 Mercury Grand Marquis (372 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 MG Magnett. (116 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1998 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 MG Magnett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Mercury Grand Marquis | 1961 MG Magnett | |
| Make | Mercury | MG |
| Model | Grand Marquis | Magnett |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1961 |
| Engine Size | 4603 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 372 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1732 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2530 mm |
