1967 Ferrari 330 vs. 2008 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2008 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 41 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 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Ferrari 330 (296 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2008 Mercury Mountaineer. (210 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Ferrari 330 should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercury Mountaineer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 403 kg more than 1967 Ferrari 330.
Because 2008 Mercury Mountaineer 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, 2008 Mercury Mountaineer 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) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercury Mountaineer. (344 Nm). This means 1967 Ferrari 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercury Mountaineer. 2008 Mercury Mountaineer has automatic transmission and 1967 Ferrari 330 has manual transmission. 1967 Ferrari 330 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Mercury Mountaineer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Ferrari 330 | 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercury |
| Model | 330 | Mountaineer |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3967 cc | 4015 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1433 kg | 1836 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 85 L |
