2003 Chevrolet SS vs. 1968 Mercury Marauder
To start off, 2003 Chevrolet SS 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 7,003 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Mercury Marauder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chevrolet SS (430 HP) has 225 more horse power than 1968 Mercury Marauder. (205 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet SS should accelerate faster than 1968 Mercury Marauder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Mercury Marauder weights approximately 360 kg more than 2003 Chevrolet SS.
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 Chevrolet SS (583 Nm) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mercury Marauder. (453 Nm). This means 2003 Chevrolet SS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mercury Marauder.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Chevrolet SS | 1968 Mercury Marauder | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercury |
Model | SS | Marauder |
Year Released | 2003 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6000 cc | 7003 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 430 HP | 205 HP |
Torque | 583 Nm | 453 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 2020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 5640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 3160 mm |