2008 Mercury Grand Marquis vs. 1955 Wartburg 311
To start off, 2008 Mercury Grand Marquis is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercury Grand Marquis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercury Grand Marquis (225 HP) has 176 more horse power than 1955 Wartburg 311. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercury Grand Marquis should accelerate faster than 1955 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 862 kg more than 1955 Wartburg 311. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Mercury Grand Marquis (373 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Wartburg 311. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Mercury Grand Marquis | 1955 Wartburg 311 | |
Make | Mercury | Wartburg |
Model | Grand Marquis | 311 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4606 cc | 992 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 49 HP |
Torque | 373 Nm | 98 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1832 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2460 mm |