2005 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren vs. 1969 Mercury Marauder
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Mercury Marauder. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Mercury Marauder would be higher. At 6,392 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Mercury Marauder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren (618 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 446 more horse power than 1969 Mercury Marauder. (172 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren should accelerate faster than 1969 Mercury Marauder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Mercury Marauder weights approximately 265 kg more than 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren.
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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren (780 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 397 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Mercury Marauder. (383 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Mercury Marauder.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren | 1969 Mercury Marauder | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercury |
| Model | SLR McLaren | Marauder |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5506 cc | 6392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 618 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 780 Nm | 383 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 5640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3160 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 85 L |
