1991 Italdesign Nazca vs. 1997 Mercury MC4

To start off, 1997 Mercury MC4 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Italdesign Nazca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Italdesign Nazca would be higher. At 4,988 cc (12 cylinders), 1991 Italdesign Nazca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Italdesign Nazca (350 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1997 Mercury MC4. (202 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Italdesign Nazca should accelerate faster than 1997 Mercury MC4.

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, 1991 Italdesign Nazca (470 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Mercury MC4. (387 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1991 Italdesign Nazca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Mercury MC4. 1997 Mercury MC4 has automatic transmission and 1991 Italdesign Nazca has manual transmission. 1991 Italdesign Nazca will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Mercury MC4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1991 Italdesign Nazca 1997 Mercury MC4
Make Italdesign Mercury
Model Nazca MC4
Year Released 1991 1997
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 4988 cc 4601 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 350 HP 202 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 4250 RPM
Torque 470 Nm 387 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 3000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Top Speed 297 km/hour 225 km/hour
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 4 seats