1953 Ferrari 375 America vs. 1969 Mercury Montego
To start off, 1969 Mercury Montego is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Ferrari 375 America. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Ferrari 375 America would be higher. At 4,945 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Mercury Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Ferrari 375 America (296 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1969 Mercury Montego. (142 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Ferrari 375 America should accelerate faster than 1969 Mercury Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Mercury Montego weights approximately 620 kg more than 1953 Ferrari 375 America.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Ferrari 375 America | 1969 Mercury Montego | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercury |
| Model | 375 America | Montego |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4523 cc | 4945 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1155 kg | 1775 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 5300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3010 mm |
