2008 Ford S-Max vs. 1968 Mercury Marauder
To start off, 2008 Ford S-Max is newer by 40 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, 1968 Mercury Marauder (171 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2008 Ford S-Max. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Mercury Marauder should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford S-Max. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Mercury Marauder weights approximately 252 kg more than 2008 Ford S-Max. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Mercury Marauder is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Mercury Marauder. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Ford S-Max, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1968 Mercury Marauder (383 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford S-Max. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1968 Mercury Marauder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford S-Max.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford S-Max | 1968 Mercury Marauder | |
| Make | Ford | Mercury |
| Model | S-Max | Marauder |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 6392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 383 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1743 kg | 1995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3160 mm |
