1963 Ferrari 250 GTO vs. 2004 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2004 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Ferrari 250 GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Ferrari 250 GTO would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Ferrari 250 GTO (300 HP) has 60 more horse power than 2004 Mercury Mountaineer. (240 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Ferrari 250 GTO should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercury Mountaineer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 1059 kg more than 1963 Ferrari 250 GTO.
Because 2004 Mercury Mountaineer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Ferrari 250 GTO. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Mercury Mountaineer (382 Nm) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Ferrari 250 GTO. (294 Nm). This means 2004 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Ferrari 250 GTO.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Ferrari 250 GTO | 2004 Mercury Mountaineer | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercury |
| Model | 250 GTO | Mountaineer |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 240 HP |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 382 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 2009 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 133 L | 85 L |
