1999 Ferrari F50 vs. 1986 Mercury Lynx
To start off, 1999 Ferrari F50 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Mercury Lynx. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Mercury Lynx would be higher. At 4,698 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 Ferrari F50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ferrari F50 (671 HP @ 10497 RPM) has 582 more horse power than 1986 Mercury Lynx. (89 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ferrari F50 should accelerate faster than 1986 Mercury Lynx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Mercury Lynx weights approximately 25 kg more than 1999 Ferrari F50.
Because 1999 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 1999 Ferrari F50. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Mercury Lynx, 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, 1999 Ferrari F50 (521 Nm @ 8000 RPM) has 377 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Mercury Lynx. (144 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1999 Ferrari F50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Mercury Lynx.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ferrari F50 | 1986 Mercury Lynx | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercury |
| Model | F50 | Lynx |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4698 cc | 1859 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 671 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 10497 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 521 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 8000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2400 mm |
