1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa vs. 1972 Mercury Comet
To start off, 1972 Mercury Comet is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa would be higher. At 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa (296 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 1972 Mercury Comet. (82 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1972 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Mercury Comet weights approximately 420 kg more than 1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa.
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:
| 1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa | 1972 Mercury Comet | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercury |
| Model | 250 Testarossa | Comet |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 2780 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1020 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2800 mm |
