1967 Ferrari 312 vs. 1972 Mercury Montego
To start off, 1972 Mercury Montego is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Ferrari 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Ferrari 312 would be higher. At 4,095 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Mercury Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Ferrari 312 (355 HP @ 10000 RPM) has 258 more horse power than 1972 Mercury Montego. (97 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Ferrari 312 should accelerate faster than 1972 Mercury Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Mercury Montego weights approximately 1145 kg more than 1967 Ferrari 312.
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:
| 1967 Ferrari 312 | 1972 Mercury Montego | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercury |
| Model | 312 | Montego |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2989 cc | 4095 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 10000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 550 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 5300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 770 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 880 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3010 mm |
