1976 Ferrari 512 BB vs. 2004 Mercury Marauder
To start off, 2004 Mercury Marauder is newer by 28 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 4,942 cc, 1976 Ferrari 512 BB is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Ferrari 512 BB (355 HP) has 53 more horse power than 2004 Mercury Marauder. (302 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ferrari 512 BB should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercury Marauder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercury Marauder weights approximately 505 kg more than 1976 Ferrari 512 BB.
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. Let's talk about torque, 1976 Ferrari 512 BB (460 Nm) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercury Marauder. (431 Nm). This means 1976 Ferrari 512 BB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercury Marauder. 2004 Mercury Marauder 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. 2004 Mercury Marauder will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ferrari 512 BB | 2004 Mercury Marauder | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercury |
| Model | 512 BB | Marauder |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 4605 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 302 HP |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 431 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 72 L |
