1966 Bizzarrini A3C vs. 1970 Mercury Comet
To start off, 1970 Mercury Comet is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Bizzarrini A3C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Bizzarrini A3C would be higher. At 5,353 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Bizzarrini A3C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Bizzarrini A3C (361 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 263 more horse power than 1970 Mercury Comet. (98 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Bizzarrini A3C should accelerate faster than 1970 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Mercury Comet weights approximately 90 kg more than 1966 Bizzarrini A3C.
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, 1966 Bizzarrini A3C (510 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mercury Comet. (249 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1966 Bizzarrini A3C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Bizzarrini A3C | 1970 Mercury Comet | |
| Make | Bizzarrini | Mercury |
| Model | A3C | Comet |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1970 |
| Engine Size | 5353 cc | 4092 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 361 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 249 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2800 mm |
