1967 Ferrari 330 vs. 2006 Mercury Mariner
To start off, 2006 Mercury Mariner is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Ferrari 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Ferrari 330 would be higher. At 3,966 cc (12 cylinders), 1967 Ferrari 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Ferrari 330 (296 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2006 Mercury Mariner. (200 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Ferrari 330 should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercury Mariner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 76 kg more than 1967 Ferrari 330.
Because 2006 Mercury Mariner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Ferrari 330. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 1967 Ferrari 330 (390 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercury Mariner. (262 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 1967 Ferrari 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercury Mariner.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Ferrari 330 | 2006 Mercury Mariner | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercury |
| Model | 330 | Mariner |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3966 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 262 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1571 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 62 L |
