2008 Ferrari F430 vs. 1987 Mercury Grand Marquis
To start off, 2008 Ferrari F430 is newer by 21 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, 2008 Ferrari F430 (490 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 342 more horse power than 1987 Mercury Grand Marquis. (148 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ferrari F430 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 225 kg more than 2008 Ferrari F430.
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, 2008 Ferrari F430 (465 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Mercury Grand Marquis. (366 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Ferrari F430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Mercury Grand Marquis.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ferrari F430 | 1987 Mercury Grand Marquis | |
Make | Ferrari | Mercury |
Model | F430 | Grand Marquis |
Year Released | 2008 | 1987 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4309 cc | 4942 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 490 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Torque | 465 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 5400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2920 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 90 L |