1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica vs. 2007 Mercury Mariner
To start off, 2007 Mercury Mariner is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica would be higher. At 3,967 cc (12 cylinders), 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica (335 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 2007 Mercury Mariner. (133 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercury Mariner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 335 kg more than 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica.
Because 2007 Mercury Mariner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica (305 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercury Mariner. (168 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercury Mariner. 2007 Mercury Mariner has automatic transmission and 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica has manual transmission. 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mercury Mariner will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica | 2007 Mercury Mariner | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercury |
| Model | 400 Superamerica | Mariner |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3967 cc | 2299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 12.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 119 L | 57 L |
