2003 Mercury Grand Marquis vs. 1945 Simca 5
To start off, 2003 Mercury Grand Marquis is newer by 58 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1945 Simca 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1945 Simca 5 would be higher. At 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Mercury Grand Marquis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mercury Grand Marquis (208 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1945 Simca 5. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mercury Grand Marquis should accelerate faster than 1945 Simca 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 1272 kg more than 1945 Simca 5. 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.
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2003 Mercury Grand Marquis | 1945 Simca 5 | |
Make | Mercury | Simca |
Model | Grand Marquis | 5 |
Year Released | 2003 | 1945 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4604 cc | 568 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 14 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1832 kg | 560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 3220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1280 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2010 mm |