1959 Ferrari 256 F1 vs. 1973 Mercury Comet
To start off, 1973 Mercury Comet is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ferrari 256 F1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ferrari 256 F1 would be higher. At 2,782 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Ferrari 256 F1 (291 HP @ 8600 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 1973 Mercury Comet. (82 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 256 F1 should accelerate faster than 1973 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mercury Comet weights approximately 660 kg more than 1959 Ferrari 256 F1.
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 256 F1 | 1973 Mercury Comet | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercury |
| Model | 256 F1 | Comet |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2474 cc | 2782 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 291 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 560 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 990 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2800 mm |
