1983 Ferrari 400 vs. 1999 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 1999 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Ferrari 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Ferrari 400 would be higher. At 4,948 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Ferrari 400 (310 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1999 Mercury Mountaineer. (212 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 1999 Mercury Mountaineer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 125 kg more than 1983 Ferrari 400.
Because 1999 Mercury Mountaineer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Ferrari 400. 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, 1983 Ferrari 400 (392 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mercury Mountaineer. (390 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1983 Ferrari 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mercury Mountaineer. 1999 Mercury Mountaineer has automatic transmission and 1983 Ferrari 400 has manual transmission. 1983 Ferrari 400 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:
1983 Ferrari 400 | 1999 Mercury Mountaineer | |
Make | Ferrari | Mercury |
Model | 400 | Mountaineer |
Year Released | 1983 | 1999 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4823 cc | 4948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 212 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 392 Nm | 390 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2840 mm |