1975 Ferrari 365 GT4 vs. 1973 Mercury Montego
To start off, 1975 Ferrari 365 GT4 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mercury Montego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mercury Montego would be higher. At 4,390 cc (12 cylinders), 1975 Ferrari 365 GT4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Ferrari 365 GT4 (339 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 243 more horse power than 1973 Mercury Montego. (96 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Ferrari 365 GT4 should accelerate faster than 1973 Mercury Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mercury Montego weights approximately 535 kg more than 1975 Ferrari 365 GT4.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Ferrari 365 GT4 | 1973 Mercury Montego | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercury |
| Model | 365 GT4 | Montego |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4390 cc | 4095 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 339 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 5300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3010 mm |
