1976 Ferrari 400 vs. 2006 Mercury Monterey
To start off, 2006 Mercury Monterey is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ferrari 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ferrari 400 would be higher. At 4,822 cc (12 cylinders), 1976 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Ferrari 400 (335 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 2006 Mercury Monterey. (201 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercury Monterey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Monterey weights approximately 180 kg more than 1976 Ferrari 400.
Because 2006 Mercury Monterey is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Ferrari 400. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Monterey 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, 1976 Ferrari 400 (422 Nm) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercury Monterey. (357 Nm). This means 1976 Ferrari 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercury Monterey.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ferrari 400 | 2006 Mercury Monterey | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercury |
| Model | 400 | Monterey |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4822 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 422 Nm | 357 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 97.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 95 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 2010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3070 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 98 L |
