2009 Infiniti EX vs. 1968 Mercury Marauder
To start off, 2009 Infiniti EX is newer by 41 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 7,003 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Mercury Marauder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Infiniti EX (317 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1968 Mercury Marauder. (205 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Infiniti EX should accelerate faster than 1968 Mercury Marauder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Mercury Marauder weights approximately 301 kg more than 2009 Infiniti EX.
Because 2009 Infiniti EX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Mercury Marauder. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Infiniti EX will offer significantly more control. 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 (453 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Infiniti EX. (360 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1968 Mercury Marauder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Infiniti EX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Infiniti EX | 1968 Mercury Marauder | |
| Make | Infiniti | Mercury |
| Model | EX | Marauder |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3696 cc | 7003 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 453 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1719 kg | 2020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 5640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3160 mm |
