2003 Ferrari Maranello vs. 1967 Mercury Comet
To start off, 2003 Ferrari Maranello is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Mercury Comet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Mercury Comet would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2003 Ferrari Maranello is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ferrari Maranello (508 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 390 more horse power than 1967 Mercury Comet. (118 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ferrari Maranello should accelerate faster than 1967 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ferrari Maranello weights approximately 15 kg more than 1967 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, 2003 Ferrari Maranello (589 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 331 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Mercury Comet. (258 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2003 Ferrari Maranello will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ferrari Maranello | 1967 Mercury Comet | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercury |
| Model | Maranello | Comet |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 3279 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 508 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 589 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2950 mm |
