1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica vs. 2005 Mercury Montego
To start off, 2005 Mercury Montego is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica would be higher. At 3,967 cc (12 cylinders), 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica (336 HP) has 133 more horse power than 2005 Mercury Montego. (203 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercury Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Montego weights approximately 142 kg more than 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica.
Because 2005 Mercury Montego is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Montego 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, 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica (305 Nm) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercury Montego. (281 Nm). This means 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercury Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica | 2005 Mercury Montego | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercury |
| Model | 400 Superamerica | Montego |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3967 cc | 2983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 336 HP | 203 HP |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1732 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 119 L | 72 L |
