2005 Mercury Grand Marquis vs. 1963 Wartburg 312
To start off, 2005 Mercury Grand Marquis is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 4,603 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Grand Marquis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Grand Marquis (224 HP) has 188 more horse power than 1963 Wartburg 312. (36 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Grand Marquis should accelerate faster than 1963 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 897 kg more than 1963 Wartburg 312. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mercury Grand Marquis (373 Nm) has 292 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercury Grand Marquis | 1963 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Mercury | Wartburg |
| Model | Grand Marquis | 312 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4603 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 224 HP | 36 HP |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 6.6:1 |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1857 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 43 L |
