2002 Maybach 57 vs. 1968 Mercury Marauder
To start off, 2002 Maybach 57 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mercury Marauder. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mercury Marauder would be higher. At 7,003 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Mercury Marauder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Maybach 57 (543 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 338 more horse power than 1968 Mercury Marauder. (205 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Maybach 57 should accelerate faster than 1968 Mercury Marauder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Maybach 57 weights approximately 190 kg more than 1968 Mercury Marauder. 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, 2002 Maybach 57 (900 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 447 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mercury Marauder. (453 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2002 Maybach 57 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mercury Marauder.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Maybach 57 | 1968 Mercury Marauder | |
| Make | Maybach | Mercury |
| Model | 57 | Marauder |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5513 cc | 7003 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 543 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 900 Nm | 453 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2210 kg | 2020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5740 mm | 5640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 3160 mm |
