1964 DKW F 102 vs. 1966 Mercury Comet
To start off, 1966 Mercury Comet is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 DKW F 102. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 DKW F 102 would be higher. At 6,393 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Mercury Comet (267 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 1964 DKW F 102. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Mercury Comet should accelerate faster than 1964 DKW F 102. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Mercury Comet weights approximately 450 kg more than 1964 DKW F 102. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1966 Mercury Comet is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1966 Mercury Comet. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1964 DKW F 102, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (546 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 443 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 DKW F 102. (103 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1966 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 DKW F 102.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 DKW F 102 | 1966 Mercury Comet | |
| Make | DKW | Mercury |
| Model | F 102 | Comet |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1175 cc | 6393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 267 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 546 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2950 mm |
