2006 Mercury Grand Marquis vs. 1961 Porsche 356
To start off, 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis (224 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1961 Porsche 356. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis should accelerate faster than 1961 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 1070 kg more than 1961 Porsche 356. 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.
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2006 Mercury Grand Marquis | 1961 Porsche 356 | |
Make | Mercury | Porsche |
Model | Grand Marquis | 356 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1961 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4605 cc | 1582 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 224 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2130 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 52 L |