2004 Ferrari 360 vs. 1973 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 2004 Ferrari 360 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mercury Cougar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mercury Cougar would be higher. At 6,589 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ferrari 360 (400 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 1973 Mercury Cougar. (168 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 1973 Mercury Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 665 kg more than 2004 Ferrari 360.
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, 1973 Mercury Cougar (375 Nm) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ferrari 360. (373 Nm). This means 1973 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ferrari 360.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ferrari 360 | 1973 Mercury Cougar | |
Make | Ferrari | Mercury |
Model | 360 | Cougar |
Year Released | 2004 | 1973 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3589 cc | 6589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 375 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 2055 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2910 mm |