1969 Ferrari Dino vs. 2006 Mercury Milan
To start off, 2006 Mercury Milan is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Ferrari Dino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Ferrari Dino would be higher. At 2,278 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mercury Milan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Ferrari Dino (177 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2006 Mercury Milan. (160 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Ferrari Dino should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercury Milan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Milan weights approximately 972 kg more than 1969 Ferrari Dino.
Because 2006 Mercury Milan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Ferrari Dino. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Mercury Milan (212 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Ferrari Dino. (187 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Milan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Ferrari Dino.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Ferrari Dino | 2006 Mercury Milan | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercury |
| Model | Dino | Milan |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1987 cc | 2278 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1044 kg | 2016 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1070 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 66 L |
