1966 Mercury Comet vs. 2005 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 2005 Pontiac Bonneville is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Mercury Comet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Mercury Comet would be higher. At 4,738 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Pontiac Bonneville (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1966 Mercury Comet. (198 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 1966 Mercury Comet.
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, 2005 Pontiac Bonneville, 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 (382 Nm) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Pontiac Bonneville. (312 Nm). This means 1966 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Pontiac Bonneville.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Mercury Comet | 2005 Pontiac Bonneville | |
Make | Mercury | Pontiac |
Model | Comet | Bonneville |
Year Released | 1966 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4738 cc | 3786 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 198 HP | 205 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 382 Nm | 312 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 5150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2800 mm |