1996 Ferrari F50 vs. 1990 Mercury Tracer
To start off, 1996 Ferrari F50 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Mercury Tracer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Mercury Tracer would be higher. At 4,698 cc (12 cylinders), 1996 Ferrari F50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ferrari F50 (750 HP @ 10500 RPM) has 641 more horse power than 1990 Mercury Tracer. (109 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari F50 should accelerate faster than 1990 Mercury Tracer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Mercury Tracer weights approximately 233 kg more than 1996 Ferrari F50.
Because 1996 Ferrari F50 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1996 Ferrari F50. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Mercury Tracer, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1996 Ferrari F50 (520 Nm) has 347 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mercury Tracer. (173 Nm). This means 1996 Ferrari F50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mercury Tracer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ferrari F50 | 1990 Mercury Tracer | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercury |
| Model | F50 | Tracer |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4698 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 750 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 10500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 520 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 907 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2510 mm |
