1969 Ferrari 365 GTS vs. 1999 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 1999 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Ferrari 365 GTS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Ferrari 365 GTS would be higher. At 4,390 cc (12 cylinders), 1969 Ferrari 365 GTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Ferrari 365 GTS (317 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1999 Mercury Mountaineer. (208 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Ferrari 365 GTS should accelerate faster than 1999 Mercury Mountaineer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 405 kg more than 1969 Ferrari 365 GTS.
Because 1999 Mercury Mountaineer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Ferrari 365 GTS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1969 Ferrari 365 GTS (364 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mercury Mountaineer. (325 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1969 Ferrari 365 GTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mercury Mountaineer. 1999 Mercury Mountaineer has automatic transmission and 1969 Ferrari 365 GTS has manual transmission. 1969 Ferrari 365 GTS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Mercury Mountaineer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1969 Ferrari 365 GTS | 1999 Mercury Mountaineer | |
Make | Ferrari | Mercury |
Model | 365 GTS | Mountaineer |
Year Released | 1969 | 1999 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4390 cc | 4012 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 364 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2840 mm |