2008 Bentley Azure vs. 1995 Mercury Grand Marquis
To start off, 2008 Bentley Azure is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Mercury Grand Marquis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Mercury Grand Marquis would be higher. At 6,761 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Bentley Azure is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Bentley Azure (450 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 241 more horse power than 1995 Mercury Grand Marquis. (209 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 1995 Mercury Grand Marquis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Bentley Azure weights approximately 980 kg more than 1995 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Bentley Azure | 1995 Mercury Grand Marquis | |
| Make | Bentley | Mercury |
| Model | Azure | Grand Marquis |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6761 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 209 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2695 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5410 mm | 5400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2130 mm | 1980 mm |
