2003 Alpina B7 vs. 1968 Mercury Marauder
To start off, 2003 Alpina B7 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 Alpina B7 (492 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 321 more horse power than 1968 Mercury Marauder. (171 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 1968 Mercury Marauder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Mercury Marauder weights approximately 5 kg more than 2003 Alpina B7.
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, 2003 Alpina B7 (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 317 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mercury Marauder. (383 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2003 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mercury Marauder.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Alpina B7 | 1968 Mercury Marauder | |
Make | Alpina | Mercury |
Model | B7 | Marauder |
Year Released | 2003 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4399 cc | 6392 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 492 HP | 171 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 700 Nm | 383 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1995 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 5640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 3160 mm |