1976 Ferrari 512 BB vs. 2006 Mercury Milan
To start off, 2006 Mercury Milan is newer by 30 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 @ 6800 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 2006 Mercury Milan. (160 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ferrari 512 BB should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercury Milan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Milan weights approximately 616 kg more than 1976 Ferrari 512 BB.
Because 2006 Mercury Milan 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, 2006 Mercury Milan 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 248 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercury Milan. (212 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1976 Ferrari 512 BB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercury Milan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ferrari 512 BB | 2006 Mercury Milan | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercury |
| Model | 512 BB | Milan |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2278 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 2016 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 66 L |
