2004 Ferrari 360 vs. 1966 Mercury Comet
To start off, 2004 Ferrari 360 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Mercury Comet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Mercury Comet would be higher. At 4,738 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ferrari 360 (400 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1966 Mercury Comet. (198 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 1966 Mercury Comet.
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, 1966 Mercury Comet (382 Nm) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ferrari 360. (373 Nm). This means 1966 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ferrari 360.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ferrari 360 | 1966 Mercury Comet | |
Make | Ferrari | Mercury |
Model | 360 | Comet |
Year Released | 2004 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3589 cc | 4738 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 198 HP |
Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 382 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2950 mm |