1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa vs. 2005 Mercury Mariner
To start off, 2005 Mercury Mariner is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa would be higher. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Mariner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa (296 HP) has 96 more horse power than 2005 Mercury Mariner. (200 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercury Mariner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 771 kg more than 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa.
Because 2005 Mercury Mariner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Mariner 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, 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa (300 Nm) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercury Mariner. (263 Nm). This means 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercury Mariner.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa | 2005 Mercury Mariner | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercury |
| Model | 250 Testarossa | Mariner |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 200 HP |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 263 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1571 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1020 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 140 L | 62 L |
