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 3,967 cc (12 cylinders), 1967 Ferrari 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Ferrari 330 (296 HP @ 7000 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 492 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) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercury Montego. (281 Nm). 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 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3967 cc | 2983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 203 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1433 kg | 1925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 72 L |
