2001 Ferrari F550 vs. 1968 Mercury Montclair
To start off, 2001 Ferrari F550 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mercury Montclair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mercury Montclair would be higher. At 6,393 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Mercury Montclair is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ferrari F550 (485 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 1968 Mercury Montclair. (267 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ferrari F550 should accelerate faster than 1968 Mercury Montclair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Mercury Montclair weights approximately 308 kg more than 2001 Ferrari F550.
Because 1968 Mercury Montclair 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 1968 Mercury Montclair. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Ferrari F550, 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, 2001 Ferrari F550 (570 Nm) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mercury Montclair. (546 Nm). This means 2001 Ferrari F550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mercury Montclair.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Ferrari F550 | 1968 Mercury Montclair | |
Make | Ferrari | Mercury |
Model | F550 | Montclair |
Year Released | 2001 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5474 cc | 6393 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 485 HP | 267 HP |
Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 570 Nm | 546 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1998 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 5560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3130 mm |