2005 Ferrari 575M Maranello vs. 1974 Mercury Comet
To start off, 2005 Ferrari 575M Maranello is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mercury Comet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mercury Comet would be higher. At 5,748 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 Ferrari 575M Maranello is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ferrari 575M Maranello (508 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 426 more horse power than 1974 Mercury Comet. (82 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ferrari 575M Maranello should accelerate faster than 1974 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ferrari 575M Maranello weights approximately 514 kg more than 1974 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, 2005 Ferrari 575M Maranello (588 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 410 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mercury Comet. (178 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2005 Ferrari 575M Maranello will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ferrari 575M Maranello | 1974 Mercury Comet | |
Make | Ferrari | Mercury |
Model | 575M Maranello | Comet |
Year Released | 2005 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5748 cc | 2782 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 508 HP | 82 HP |
Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 588 Nm | 178 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1734 kg | 1220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2800 mm |