1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa 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 500 Testarossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa would be higher. At 2,299 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mercury Mariner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa (187 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2007 Mercury Mariner. (133 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercury Mariner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 1245 kg more than 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa.
Because 2007 Mercury Mariner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. 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 500 Testarossa (205 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercury Mariner. (168 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercury Mariner.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa | 2007 Mercury Mariner | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercury |
| Model | 500 Testarossa | Mariner |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 2299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 12.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 57 L |
