1984 Ferrari Testarossa vs. 2004 Mercury Montego
To start off, 2004 Mercury Montego is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ferrari Testarossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ferrari Testarossa would be higher. At 4,942 cc (12 cylinders), 1984 Ferrari Testarossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ferrari Testarossa (386 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 2004 Mercury Montego. (223 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ferrari Testarossa should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercury Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercury Montego weights approximately 224 kg more than 1984 Ferrari Testarossa.
Because 2004 Mercury Montego is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Ferrari Testarossa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 1984 Ferrari Testarossa (490 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercury Montego. (326 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1984 Ferrari Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercury Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ferrari Testarossa | 2004 Mercury Montego | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercury |
| Model | Testarossa | Montego |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 3392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 386 HP | 223 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 326 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1506 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2870 mm |
