1964 Ferrari 250 GTO vs. 2005 Mercury Mariner
To start off, 2005 Mercury Mariner is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO would be higher. At 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO (296 HP) has 143 more horse power than 2005 Mercury Mariner. (153 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercury Mariner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 631 kg more than 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO.
Because 2005 Mercury Mariner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Mariner 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, 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO (294 Nm) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercury Mariner. (206 Nm). This means 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercury Mariner.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO | 2005 Mercury Mariner | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercury |
| Model | 250 GTO | Mariner |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 2262 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 153 HP |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 87.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1546 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 133 L | 62 L |
