1966 Mercury Comet vs. 2008 Porsche 911
To start off, 2008 Porsche 911 is newer by 42 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, 2008 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1966 Mercury Comet. (198 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1966 Mercury Comet.
Because 2008 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Mercury Comet. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Porsche 911 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Mercury Comet. (382 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Mercury Comet | 2008 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Mercury | Porsche |
Model | Comet | 911 |
Year Released | 1966 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4738 cc | 3824 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 198 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 382 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2360 mm |