1962 Ferrari 400 Superamerica vs. 2000 Mercury Villager
To start off, 2000 Mercury Villager is newer by 38 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 167 more horse power than 2000 Mercury Villager. (168 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Ferrari 400 Superamerica should accelerate faster than 2000 Mercury Villager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercury Villager weights approximately 195 kg more than 1962 Ferrari 400 Superamerica.
Because 1962 Ferrari 400 Superamerica is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1962 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Mercury Villager, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mercury Villager. (271 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1962 Ferrari 400 Superamerica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mercury Villager. 2000 Mercury Villager 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. 2000 Mercury Villager will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Ferrari 400 Superamerica | 2000 Mercury Villager | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercury |
| Model | 400 Superamerica | Villager |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3967 cc | 3276 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2860 mm |
