1966 Mercury Comet vs. 2007 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2007 Mini Cooper is newer by 41 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 3,279 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mini Cooper (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1966 Mercury Comet. (118 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mini Cooper 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, 2007 Mini Cooper, 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 (258 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mini Cooper. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1966 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Mercury Comet | 2007 Mini Cooper | |
Make | Mercury | Mini |
Model | Comet | Cooper |
Year Released | 1966 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3279 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 258 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 103.1 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 3660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2470 mm |