1999 Mercury Grand Marquis vs. 1960 Seat 600
To start off, 1999 Mercury Grand Marquis is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Seat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Seat 600 would be higher. At 4,598 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Mercury Grand Marquis is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 1131 kg more than 1960 Seat 600.
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, 1999 Mercury Grand Marquis (373 Nm) has 333 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Seat 600. (40 Nm). This means 1999 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Seat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mercury Grand Marquis | 1960 Seat 600 | |
| Make | Mercury | Seat |
| Model | Grand Marquis | 600 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4598 cc | 598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 19 HP |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1706 kg | 575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2010 mm |
