1966 Mercury Comet vs. 1957 Saab 93
To start off, 1966 Mercury Comet is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Saab 93. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Saab 93 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 (268 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 235 more horse power than 1957 Saab 93. (33 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Mercury Comet should accelerate faster than 1957 Saab 93. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Mercury Comet weights approximately 988 kg more than 1957 Saab 93. 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, 1957 Saab 93, 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 478 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Saab 93. (68 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1966 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Saab 93.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Mercury Comet | 1957 Saab 93 | |
| Make | Mercury | Saab |
| Model | Comet | 93 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1957 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6393 cc | 746 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 546 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 7.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1775 kg | 787 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2480 mm |
