1962 Jaguar MK X vs. 1967 Mercury Comet
To start off, 1967 Mercury Comet is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Jaguar MK X. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Jaguar MK X would be higher. At 3,781 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Jaguar MK X is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Jaguar MK X (252 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1967 Mercury Comet. (119 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Jaguar MK X should accelerate faster than 1967 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Jaguar MK X weights approximately 496 kg more than 1967 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, 1962 Jaguar MK X (360 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Mercury Comet. (258 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1962 Jaguar MK X will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Jaguar MK X | 1967 Mercury Comet | |
Make | Jaguar | Mercury |
Model | MK X | Comet |
Year Released | 1962 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3781 cc | 3279 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 119 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 360 Nm | 258 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 103 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1896 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2950 mm |