1966 Mercury Comet vs. 2009 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 2009 Nissan Maxima is newer by 43 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, 2009 Nissan Maxima (291 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1966 Mercury Comet. (198 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Maxima 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, 2009 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 (382 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan Maxima. (354 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1966 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan Maxima.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Mercury Comet | 2009 Nissan Maxima | |
| Make | Mercury | Nissan |
| Model | Comet | Maxima |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4738 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 198 HP | 291 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 382 Nm | 354 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4841 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1859 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1468 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2776 mm |
