1964 Ferrari 275 vs. 1967 Mercury Montclair
To start off, 1967 Mercury Montclair is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Ferrari 275. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Ferrari 275 would be higher. At 6,393 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Mercury Montclair is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Mercury Montclair (267 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1964 Ferrari 275. (256 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Mercury Montclair should accelerate faster than 1964 Ferrari 275. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Mercury Montclair weights approximately 90 kg more than 1964 Ferrari 275. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Ferrari 275 | 1967 Mercury Montclair | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercury |
| Model | 275 | Montclair |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3285 cc | 6393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 267 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3130 mm |
