2007 Lexus GX vs. 1968 Mercury Marauder
To start off, 2007 Lexus GX is newer by 39 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, 2007 Lexus GX (263 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1968 Mercury Marauder. (171 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lexus GX should accelerate faster than 1968 Mercury Marauder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Mercury Marauder weights approximately 90 kg more than 2007 Lexus GX.
Because 2007 Lexus GX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Mercury Marauder. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Lexus GX 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, 2007 Lexus GX (439 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mercury Marauder. (383 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2007 Lexus GX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mercury Marauder.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Lexus GX | 1968 Mercury Marauder | |
| Make | Lexus | Mercury |
| Model | GX | Marauder |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4670 cc | 6392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 263 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 439 Nm | 383 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1905 kg | 1995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3160 mm |
