2003 Acura CL vs. 1968 Mercury Marauder
To start off, 2003 Acura CL is newer by 35 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, 2003 Acura CL (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1968 Mercury Marauder. (171 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Acura CL should accelerate faster than 1968 Mercury Marauder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Mercury Marauder weights approximately 415 kg more than 2003 Acura CL.
Because 1968 Mercury Marauder is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Mercury Marauder. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Acura CL, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1968 Mercury Marauder (383 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Acura CL. (294 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1968 Mercury Marauder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Acura CL.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Acura CL | 1968 Mercury Marauder | |
Make | Acura | Mercury |
Model | CL | Marauder |
Year Released | 2003 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3210 cc | 6392 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 223 HP | 171 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 383 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1995 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 5640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3160 mm |