2009 Ferrari F430 vs. 1974 Mercury Montego
To start off, 2009 Ferrari F430 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mercury Montego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mercury Montego would be higher. At 4,308 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ferrari F430 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ferrari F430 (503 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 407 more horse power than 1974 Mercury Montego. (96 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 1974 Mercury Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Mercury Montego weights approximately 237 kg more than 2009 Ferrari F430.
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, 2009 Ferrari F430 (470 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mercury Montego. (248 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2009 Ferrari F430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mercury Montego.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ferrari F430 | 1974 Mercury Montego | |
Make | Ferrari | Mercury |
Model | F430 | Montego |
Year Released | 2009 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4308 cc | 4095 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 503 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 470 Nm | 248 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.8:1 | 8.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1458 kg | 1695 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 5300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3010 mm |