1989 Ferrari Testarossa vs. 1972 Mercury Montego
To start off, 1989 Ferrari Testarossa is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mercury Montego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mercury Montego would be higher. At 4,943 cc (12 cylinders), 1989 Ferrari Testarossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ferrari Testarossa (385 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 288 more horse power than 1972 Mercury Montego. (97 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ferrari Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1972 Mercury Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Mercury Montego weights approximately 165 kg more than 1989 Ferrari Testarossa.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1989 Ferrari Testarossa (500 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mercury Montego. (248 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1989 Ferrari Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mercury Montego.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Ferrari Testarossa | 1972 Mercury Montego | |
Make | Ferrari | Mercury |
Model | Testarossa | Montego |
Year Released | 1989 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4943 cc | 4095 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 385 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 248 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1695 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 3010 mm |