1969 Ferrari 365 GTC vs. 2009 Mercury Milan
To start off, 2009 Mercury Milan is newer by 40 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 @ 6600 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 2009 Mercury Milan. (160 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Ferrari 365 GTC should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercury Milan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercury Milan weights approximately 405 kg more than 1969 Ferrari 365 GTC.
Because 1969 Ferrari 365 GTC 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 1969 Ferrari 365 GTC. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Mercury Milan, 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, 1969 Ferrari 365 GTC (363 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercury Milan. (212 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1969 Ferrari 365 GTC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercury Milan. 2009 Mercury Milan has automatic transmission and 1969 Ferrari 365 GTC has manual transmission. 1969 Ferrari 365 GTC will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Mercury Milan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Ferrari 365 GTC | 2009 Mercury Milan | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercury |
| Model | 365 GTC | Milan |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4390 cc | 2261 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 87.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 12.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 66 L |
