2004 Lexus GS vs. 1968 Mercury Marauder
To start off, 2004 Lexus GS is newer by 36 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, 2004 Lexus GS (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1968 Mercury Marauder. (205 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 1968 Mercury Marauder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Mercury Marauder weights approximately 335 kg more than 2004 Lexus GS.
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, 1968 Mercury Marauder (453 Nm) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Lexus GS. (417 Nm). This means 1968 Mercury Marauder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Lexus GS.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Lexus GS | 1968 Mercury Marauder | |
Make | Lexus | Mercury |
Model | GS | Marauder |
Year Released | 2004 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4294 cc | 7003 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 205 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 417 Nm | 453 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1685 kg | 2020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3160 mm |