2002 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 1968 Mercury Marauder
To start off, 2002 Mercedes-Benz S 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 6,392 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Mercury Marauder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mercedes-Benz S (303 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1968 Mercury Marauder. (171 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1968 Mercury Marauder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Mercury Marauder weights approximately 100 kg more than 2002 Mercedes-Benz S.
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 Mercedes-Benz S (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mercury Marauder. (383 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2002 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mercury Marauder.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mercedes-Benz S | 1968 Mercury Marauder | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercury |
| Model | S | Marauder |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4966 cc | 6392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 303 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 383 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 1995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 5640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3160 mm |
