1966 Mercury Comet vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz Viano is newer by 44 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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz Viano (161 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1966 Mercury Comet. (118 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz Viano 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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz Viano, 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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz Viano (360 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Mercury Comet. (258 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz Viano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Mercury Comet | 2010 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
Make | Mercury | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Comet | Viano |
Year Released | 1966 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3279 cc | 2148 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 258 Nm | 360 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 103.1 mm | 88.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3210 mm |