1962 Ferrari 400 Superamerica vs. 1974 Mercury Comet
To start off, 1974 Mercury Comet is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Ferrari 400 Superamerica would be higher. At 3,967 cc (12 cylinders), 1962 Ferrari 400 Superamerica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Ferrari 400 Superamerica (335 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 252 more horse power than 1974 Mercury Comet. (83 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Ferrari 400 Superamerica should accelerate faster than 1974 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Ferrari 400 Superamerica weights approximately 370 kg more than 1974 Mercury Comet. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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. Let's talk about torque, 1962 Ferrari 400 Superamerica (305 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mercury Comet. (206 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1962 Ferrari 400 Superamerica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Ferrari 400 Superamerica | 1974 Mercury Comet | |
Make | Ferrari | Mercury |
Model | 400 Superamerica | Comet |
Year Released | 1962 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3967 cc | 3272 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2630 mm |