1967 Ferrari 330 vs. 2006 Mercury Montego
To start off, 2006 Mercury Montego 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 93 more horse power than 2006 Mercury Montego. (203 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Ferrari 330 should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercury Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Montego weights approximately 430 kg more than 1967 Ferrari 330.
Because 1967 Ferrari 330 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1967 Ferrari 330. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Montego, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercury Montego. (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1967 Ferrari 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercury Montego.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Ferrari 330 | 2006 Mercury Montego | |
Make | Ferrari | Mercury |
Model | 330 | Montego |
Year Released | 1967 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3966 cc | 2983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 203 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 390 Nm | 281 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2870 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 72 L |