1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa vs. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer 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 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa (296 HP) has 57 more horse power than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer. (239 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 1209 kg more than 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa.
Because 2005 Mercury Mountaineer 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 Mountaineer 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, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer (382 Nm) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa. (300 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa | 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | |
Make | Ferrari | Mercury |
Model | 250 Testarossa | Mountaineer |
Year Released | 1958 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2953 cc | 4605 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 239 HP |
Torque | 300 Nm | 382 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.4:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 2009 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1020 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2900 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 140 L | 85 L |