1980 Ferrari Pinin vs. 2007 Mercury Monterey
To start off, 2007 Mercury Monterey is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Ferrari Pinin. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Ferrari Pinin would be higher. At 4,942 cc (12 cylinders), 1980 Ferrari Pinin is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Ferrari Pinin (355 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 2007 Mercury Monterey. (201 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Ferrari Pinin should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercury Monterey.
Because 1980 Ferrari Pinin is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1980 Ferrari Pinin. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Mercury Monterey, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1980 Ferrari Pinin (459 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercury Monterey. (357 Nm @ 3650 RPM). This means 1980 Ferrari Pinin will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercury Monterey. 2007 Mercury Monterey has automatic transmission and 1980 Ferrari Pinin has manual transmission. 1980 Ferrari Pinin will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mercury Monterey will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1980 Ferrari Pinin | 2007 Mercury Monterey | |
Make | Ferrari | Mercury |
Model | Pinin | Monterey |
Year Released | 1980 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 4195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 355 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 459 Nm | 357 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3650 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 96.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3070 mm |