1961 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1972 Mercury Comet
To start off, 1972 Mercury Comet is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 6,390 cc (8 cylinders), 1961 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Cadillac Eldorado (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1972 Mercury Comet. (82 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1972 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 910 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, 1961 Cadillac Eldorado (583 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 405 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mercury Comet. (178 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1961 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Cadillac Eldorado | 1972 Mercury Comet | |
Make | Cadillac | Mercury |
Model | Eldorado | Comet |
Year Released | 1961 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6390 cc | 2780 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 82 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 583 Nm | 178 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2130 kg | 1220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5660 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2800 mm |