1973 Ferrari 365 GT4 vs. 2009 Mercury Milan
To start off, 2009 Mercury Milan is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Ferrari 365 GT4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Ferrari 365 GT4 would be higher. At 4,390 cc (12 cylinders), 1973 Ferrari 365 GT4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Ferrari 365 GT4 (380 HP) has 222 more horse power than 2009 Mercury Milan. (158 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Ferrari 365 GT4 should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercury Milan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercury Milan weights approximately 292 kg more than 1973 Ferrari 365 GT4.
Because 1973 Ferrari 365 GT4 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 1973 Ferrari 365 GT4. 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, 1973 Ferrari 365 GT4 (434 Nm) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercury Milan. (156 Nm). This means 1973 Ferrari 365 GT4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercury Milan.
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1973 Ferrari 365 GT4 | 2009 Mercury Milan | |
Make | Ferrari | Mercury |
Model | 365 GT4 | Milan |
Year Released | 1973 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4390 cc | 2260 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 380 HP | 158 HP |
Torque | 434 Nm | 156 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 87.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.1 mm | 94 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1633 kg | 1925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2730 mm |