1960 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1972 Mercury Comet
To start off, 1972 Mercury Comet is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 6,389 cc (8 cylinders), 1960 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Cadillac Eldorado (210 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1972 Mercury Comet. (82 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1972 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 970 kg more than 1972 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, 1960 Cadillac Eldorado (590 Nm) has 412 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mercury Comet. (178 Nm). This means 1960 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Cadillac Eldorado | 1972 Mercury Comet | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mercury |
| Model | Eldorado | Comet |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6389 cc | 2780 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2190 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5670 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2800 mm |
