1968 Mercury Marauder vs. 2011 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 43 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, 1968 Mercury Marauder (205 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen Passat. (158 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Mercury Marauder should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 287 kg more than 1968 Mercury Marauder.
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, 2011 Volkswagen Passat, 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 (453 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volkswagen Passat. (250 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1968 Mercury Marauder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Mercury Marauder | 2011 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Mercury | Volkswagen |
Model | Marauder | Passat |
Year Released | 1968 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7003 cc | 1798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 453 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 2307 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5640 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2720 mm |