1956 GAZ M-20 vs. 1966 Mercury Comet
To start off, 1966 Mercury Comet is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 GAZ M-20. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 GAZ M-20 would be higher. At 3,279 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Mercury Comet (118 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1956 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Mercury Comet should accelerate faster than 1956 GAZ M-20.
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 (258 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 GAZ M-20. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1966 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 GAZ M-20.
Compare all specifications:
1956 GAZ M-20 | 1966 Mercury Comet | |
Make | GAZ | Mercury |
Model | M-20 | Comet |
Year Released | 1956 | 1966 |
Engine Size | 2120 cc | 3279 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 258 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2950 mm |