2005 Ferrari 575 Superamerica vs. 1972 Mercury Comet
To start off, 2005 Ferrari 575 Superamerica is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mercury Comet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mercury Comet would be higher. At 5,748 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 Ferrari 575 Superamerica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ferrari 575 Superamerica (533 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 452 more horse power than 1972 Mercury Comet. (81 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ferrari 575 Superamerica should accelerate faster than 1972 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, 2005 Ferrari 575 Superamerica (589 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 414 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mercury Comet. (175 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2005 Ferrari 575 Superamerica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ferrari 575 Superamerica | 1972 Mercury Comet | |
Make | Ferrari | Mercury |
Model | 575 Superamerica | Comet |
Year Released | 2005 | 1972 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5748 cc | 2782 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 533 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 589 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2630 mm |