1984 Ferrari GTO vs. 2004 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2004 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ferrari GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ferrari GTO would be higher. At 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ferrari GTO (400 HP) has 161 more horse power than 2004 Mercury Mountaineer. (239 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ferrari GTO should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercury Mountaineer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 90 kg more than 1984 Ferrari GTO.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Ferrari GTO (496 Nm) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercury Mountaineer. (382 Nm). This means 1984 Ferrari GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercury Mountaineer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ferrari GTO | 2004 Mercury Mountaineer | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercury |
| Model | GTO | Mountaineer |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2927 cc | 4604 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 239 HP |
| Torque | 496 Nm | 382 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70.9 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.6:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1920 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2920 mm |
