1963 Cadillac 62 vs. 1966 Mercury Comet
To start off, 1966 Mercury Comet is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Cadillac 62. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Cadillac 62 would be higher. At 6,390 cc (8 cylinders), 1963 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Cadillac 62 (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1966 Mercury Comet. (118 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Cadillac 62 should accelerate faster than 1966 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 428 kg more than 1966 Mercury Comet. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Cadillac 62 | 1966 Mercury Comet | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mercury |
| Model | 62 | Comet |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6390 cc | 3279 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 103 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2090 kg | 1662 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5680 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2950 mm |
