1969 Ferrari 365 GTC vs. 2005 Mercury Montego
To start off, 2005 Mercury Montego is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Ferrari 365 GTC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Ferrari 365 GTC would be higher. At 4,390 cc (12 cylinders), 1969 Ferrari 365 GTC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Ferrari 365 GTC (317 HP) has 114 more horse power than 2005 Mercury Montego. (203 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Ferrari 365 GTC should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercury Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Montego weights approximately 212 kg more than 1969 Ferrari 365 GTC.
Because 2005 Mercury Montego is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Ferrari 365 GTC. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Montego 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, 1969 Ferrari 365 GTC (363 Nm) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercury Montego. (281 Nm). This means 1969 Ferrari 365 GTC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercury Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Ferrari 365 GTC | 2005 Mercury Montego | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercury |
| Model | 365 GTC | Montego |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4390 cc | 2983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 203 HP |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1732 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 72 L |
