1969 Ferrari 365 GTS 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 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 96 more horse power than 2009 Mercury Milan. (221 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Ferrari 365 GTS should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercury Milan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercury Milan weights approximately 312 kg more than 1969 Ferrari 365 GTS.
Because 2009 Mercury Milan 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, 2009 Mercury Milan 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 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercury Milan. (278 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1969 Ferrari 365 GTS 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 GTS has manual transmission. 1969 Ferrari 365 GTS 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 GTS | 2009 Mercury Milan | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercury |
| Model | 365 GTS | Milan |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4390 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 364 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 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 | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1832 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 66 L |
