1998 Mercury Grand Marquis vs. 2012 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe
To start off, 2012 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mercury Grand Marquis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mercury Grand Marquis would be higher. At 6,700 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe (453 HP @ 5350 RPM) has 245 more horse power than 1998 Mercury Grand Marquis. (208 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe should accelerate faster than 1998 Mercury Grand Marquis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe weights approximately 838 kg more than 1998 Mercury Grand Marquis. 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, 2012 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe (719 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 359 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mercury Grand Marquis. (360 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mercury Grand Marquis.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Mercury Grand Marquis | 2012 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe | |
Make | Mercury | Rolls-Royce |
Model | Grand Marquis | Phantom Drophead Coupe |
Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4604 cc | 6700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 453 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5350 RPM |
Torque | 360 Nm | 719 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1832 kg | 2670 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 5608 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1986 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3320 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 80 L |