1975 Ferrari 365 GT4 vs. 1980 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 1980 Mercury Cougar is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ferrari 365 GT4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ferrari 365 GT4 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 (335 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 238 more horse power than 1980 Mercury Cougar. (97 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Ferrari 365 GT4 should accelerate faster than 1980 Mercury Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Ferrari 365 GT4 weights approximately 560 kg more than 1980 Mercury Cougar. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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.
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1975 Ferrari 365 GT4 | 1980 Mercury Cougar | |
Make | Ferrari | Mercury |
Model | 365 GT4 | Cougar |
Year Released | 1975 | 1980 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4390 cc | 3271 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2690 mm |