2000 Ferrari 360 vs. 1970 Mercury Comet

To start off, 2000 Ferrari 360 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mercury Comet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mercury Comet would be higher. At 3,586 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ferrari 360 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ferrari 360 (395 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 314 more horse power than 1970 Mercury Comet. (81 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 1970 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ferrari 360 weights approximately 124 kg more than 1970 Mercury Comet. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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, 2000 Ferrari 360 (373 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mercury Comet. (176 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2000 Ferrari 360 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mercury Comet.

Compare all specifications:

2000 Ferrari 360 1970 Mercury Comet
Make Ferrari Mercury
Model 360 Comet
Year Released 2000 1970
Body Type Coupe Coupe
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 3586 cc 2782 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 395 HP 81 HP
Engine RPM 8500 RPM 4400 RPM
Torque 373 Nm 176 Nm
Torque RPM 4750 RPM 1800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Vehicle Weight 1344 kg 1220 kg
Vehicle Length 4480 mm 4620 mm
Vehicle Width 1930 mm 1800 mm
Vehicle Height 1220 mm 1350 mm
Wheelbase Size 2610 mm 2630 mm


 

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