1985 Ferrari 400 vs. 2006 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Ferrari 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Ferrari 400 would be higher. At 4,823 cc (12 cylinders), 1985 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ferrari 400 (306 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2006 Mercury Mountaineer. (210 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercury Mountaineer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 246 kg more than 1985 Ferrari 400.
Because 2006 Mercury Mountaineer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Ferrari 400. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 1985 Ferrari 400 (392 Nm) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercury Mountaineer. (344 Nm). This means 1985 Ferrari 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercury Mountaineer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ferrari 400 | 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercury |
| Model | 400 | Mountaineer |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4823 cc | 4015 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 392 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 2076 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 118 L | 85 L |
