1962 Ferrari 400 Superamerica vs. 1999 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 1999 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 37 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 4,012 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Ferrari 400 Superamerica (335 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1999 Mercury Mountaineer. (208 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Ferrari 400 Superamerica should accelerate faster than 1999 Mercury Mountaineer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 335 kg more than 1962 Ferrari 400 Superamerica.
Because 1999 Mercury Mountaineer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Mercury Mountaineer 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, 1999 Mercury Mountaineer (325 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. (305 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. 1999 Mercury Mountaineer has automatic transmission and 1962 Ferrari 400 Superamerica has manual transmission. 1962 Ferrari 400 Superamerica will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Mercury Mountaineer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Ferrari 400 Superamerica | 1999 Mercury Mountaineer | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercury |
| Model | 400 Superamerica | Mountaineer |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3967 cc | 4012 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2840 mm |
