1958 Maserati 250 vs. 2009 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2009 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Maserati 250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Maserati 250 would be higher. At 4,009 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Maserati 250 (268 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2009 Mercury Mountaineer. (210 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Maserati 250 should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercury Mountaineer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 1255 kg more than 1958 Maserati 250.
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. 2009 Mercury Mountaineer has automatic transmission and 1958 Maserati 250 has manual transmission. 1958 Maserati 250 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Mercury Mountaineer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Maserati 250 | 2009 Mercury Mountaineer | |
| Make | Maserati | Mercury |
| Model | 250 | Mountaineer |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2009 |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 4009 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 670 kg | 1925 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2890 mm |
