2007 Alfa Romeo Brera vs. 1987 Mercury Grand Marquis
To start off, 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Mercury Grand Marquis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Mercury Grand Marquis would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Mercury Grand Marquis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera (256 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1987 Mercury Grand Marquis. (148 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera should accelerate faster than 1987 Mercury Grand Marquis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 280 kg more than 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera.
Because 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Mercury Grand Marquis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera will offer significantly more control. 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, 1987 Mercury Grand Marquis (366 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera. (322 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1987 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera | 1987 Mercury Grand Marquis | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mercury |
| Model | Brera | Grand Marquis |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3193 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 322 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 5400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 90 L |
