2000 Ferrari 550 vs. 1999 Mercury Tracer
To start off, 2000 Ferrari 550 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Mercury Tracer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Mercury Tracer would be higher. At 5,473 cc (12 cylinders), 2000 Ferrari 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ferrari 550 (485 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 376 more horse power than 1999 Mercury Tracer. (109 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ferrari 550 should accelerate faster than 1999 Mercury Tracer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ferrari 550 weights approximately 550 kg more than 1999 Mercury Tracer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Ferrari 550 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 2000 Ferrari 550. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 2000 Ferrari 550 (597 Nm) has 423 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mercury Tracer. (174 Nm). This means 2000 Ferrari 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mercury Tracer.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ferrari 550 | 1999 Mercury Tracer | |
Make | Ferrari | Mercury |
Model | 550 | Tracer |
Year Released | 2000 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5473 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 485 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 597 Nm | 174 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2510 mm |