2007 Maybach 62 vs. 1989 Mercury Grand Marquis
To start off, 2007 Maybach 62 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Mercury Grand Marquis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Mercury Grand Marquis would be higher. At 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2007 Maybach 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Maybach 62 (542 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 394 more horse power than 1989 Mercury Grand Marquis. (148 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Maybach 62 should accelerate faster than 1989 Mercury Grand Marquis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Maybach 62 weights approximately 1105 kg more than 1989 Mercury Grand Marquis. 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, 2007 Maybach 62 (900 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 534 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mercury Grand Marquis. (366 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Maybach 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Mercury Grand Marquis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Maybach 62 | 1989 Mercury Grand Marquis | |
| Make | Maybach | Mercury |
| Model | 62 | Grand Marquis |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5513 cc | 4941 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 542 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 900 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2855 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 5400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3830 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 90 L |
