1998 Ferrari F355 vs. 2005 Mercury Montego
To start off, 2005 Mercury Montego is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ferrari F355. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ferrari F355 would be higher. At 3,496 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Ferrari F355 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ferrari F355 (376 HP) has 173 more horse power than 2005 Mercury Montego. (203 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercury Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Montego weights approximately 427 kg more than 1998 Ferrari F355.
Because 2005 Mercury Montego is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Ferrari F355. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Montego 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 F355 (363 Nm) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercury Montego. (281 Nm). This means 1998 Ferrari F355 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercury Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ferrari F355 | 2005 Mercury Montego | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercury |
| Model | F355 | Montego |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 2983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 376 HP | 203 HP |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.1:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1777 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 72 L |
