1976 Ferrari 512 BB vs. 1999 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 1999 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ferrari 512 BB. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ferrari 512 BB would be higher. At 4,948 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Ferrari 512 BB (355 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1999 Mercury Mountaineer. (212 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ferrari 512 BB should accelerate faster than 1999 Mercury Mountaineer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 555 kg more than 1976 Ferrari 512 BB.
Because 1999 Mercury Mountaineer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Ferrari 512 BB. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Mercury Mountaineer 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 512 BB (460 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mercury Mountaineer. (390 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1976 Ferrari 512 BB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mercury Mountaineer. 1999 Mercury Mountaineer has automatic transmission and 1976 Ferrari 512 BB has manual transmission. 1976 Ferrari 512 BB will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Mercury Mountaineer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ferrari 512 BB | 1999 Mercury Mountaineer | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercury |
| Model | 512 BB | Mountaineer |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 4948 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 390 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2840 mm |
