2006 Buick Lucerne vs. 1968 Mercury Marauder
To start off, 2006 Buick Lucerne is newer by 38 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 6,392 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Mercury Marauder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Buick Lucerne (275 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1968 Mercury Marauder. (171 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 1968 Mercury Marauder.
Because 1968 Mercury Marauder is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Mercury Marauder. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Buick Lucerne, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2006 Buick Lucerne (400 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mercury Marauder. (383 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2006 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mercury Marauder.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Buick Lucerne | 1968 Mercury Marauder | |
Make | Buick | Mercury |
Model | Lucerne | Marauder |
Year Released | 2006 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4572 cc | 6392 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 275 HP | 171 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 383 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 5640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 3160 mm |