1966 Mercury Comet vs. 2007 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 2007 Nissan Maxima 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 6,393 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Mercury Comet (405 HP) has 150 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Maxima. (255 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Mercury Comet should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Maxima.
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 Nissan Maxima, 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 (645 Nm) has 303 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Maxima. (342 Nm). This means 1966 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Maxima.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Mercury Comet | 2007 Nissan Maxima | |
| Make | Mercury | Nissan |
| Model | Comet | Maxima |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6393 cc | 3505 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 405 HP | 255 HP |
| Torque | 645 Nm | 342 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2830 mm |
