1956 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 2004 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2004 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Ferrari 250 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Ferrari 250 GT would be higher. At 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Ferrari 250 GT (276 HP) has 37 more horse power than 2004 Mercury Mountaineer. (239 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercury Mountaineer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 740 kg more than 1956 Ferrari 250 GT.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Mercury Mountaineer (382 Nm) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Ferrari 250 GT. (260 Nm). This means 2004 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Ferrari 250 GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Ferrari 250 GT | 2004 Mercury Mountaineer | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercury |
| Model | 250 GT | Mountaineer |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 4604 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 239 HP |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 382 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 85 L |
