1965 Cadillac Calais vs. 1966 Mercury Comet
To start off, 1966 Mercury Comet is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Cadillac Calais. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Cadillac Calais would be higher. At 7,029 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Cadillac Calais is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Cadillac Calais (208 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1966 Mercury Comet. (118 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Cadillac Calais should accelerate faster than 1966 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Cadillac Calais | 1966 Mercury Comet | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mercury |
| Model | Calais | Comet |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7029 cc | 3279 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2950 mm |
