2005 Mercury Grand Marquis vs. 1975 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 2005 Mercury Grand Marquis is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Triumph Spitfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Triumph Spitfire would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Grand Marquis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Grand Marquis (239 HP) has 168 more horse power than 1975 Triumph Spitfire. (71 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Grand Marquis should accelerate faster than 1975 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 1042 kg more than 1975 Triumph Spitfire. 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. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mercury Grand Marquis (389 Nm) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Triumph Spitfire. (111 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercury Grand Marquis | 1975 Triumph Spitfire | |
| Make | Mercury | Triumph |
| Model | Grand Marquis | Spitfire |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 239 HP | 71 HP |
| Torque | 389 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1857 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 33 L |
