1998 Ferrari 456M vs. 2006 Mercury Monterey
To start off, 2006 Mercury Monterey is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ferrari 456M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ferrari 456M would be higher. At 5,473 cc (12 cylinders), 1998 Ferrari 456M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ferrari 456M (435 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 234 more horse power than 2006 Mercury Monterey. (201 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ferrari 456M should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercury Monterey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Monterey weights approximately 315 kg more than 1998 Ferrari 456M.
Because 2006 Mercury Monterey is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Ferrari 456M. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Monterey 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, 1998 Ferrari 456M (550 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercury Monterey. (357 Nm @ 3650 RPM). This means 1998 Ferrari 456M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercury Monterey.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ferrari 456M | 2006 Mercury Monterey | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercury |
| Model | 456M | Monterey |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5473 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 435 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 550 Nm | 357 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3650 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 97.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 2010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 3070 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 98 L |
