1976 Ferrari 512 BB vs. 2006 Mercury Montego
To start off, 2006 Mercury Montego 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 152 more horse power than 2006 Mercury Montego. (203 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ferrari 512 BB should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercury Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Montego weights approximately 525 kg more than 1976 Ferrari 512 BB.
Because 2006 Mercury Montego 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 Montego 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 179 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercury Montego. (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1976 Ferrari 512 BB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercury Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ferrari 512 BB | 2006 Mercury Montego | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercury |
| Model | 512 BB | Montego |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2983 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 203 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 72 L |
