2005 Ford E-250 vs. 1968 Mercury Marauder
To start off, 2005 Ford E-250 is newer by 37 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, 2005 Ford E-250 (225 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1968 Mercury Marauder. (205 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford E-250 should accelerate faster than 1968 Mercury Marauder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford E-250 weights approximately 284 kg more than 1968 Mercury Marauder. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Mercury Marauder (453 Nm) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford E-250. (388 Nm). This means 1968 Mercury Marauder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford E-250.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford E-250 | 1968 Mercury Marauder | |
| Make | Ford | Mercury |
| Model | E-250 | Marauder |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 7003 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 453 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 2304 kg | 2020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 5640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 3160 mm |
