1998 Mercury Grand Marquis vs. 1961 Porsche 718
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 Porsche 718. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Porsche 718 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 @ 4250 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1961 Porsche 718. (146 HP @ 7500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mercury Grand Marquis should accelerate faster than 1961 Porsche 718. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 1242 kg more than 1961 Porsche 718. 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 Porsche 718 has manual transmission. 1961 Porsche 718 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 Porsche 718 | |
| Make | Mercury | Porsche |
| Model | Grand Marquis | 718 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1961 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4604 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1832 kg | 590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 990 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 52 L |
