1966 Mercury Comet vs. 2011 Audi R8
To start off, 2011 Audi R8 is newer by 45 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 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi R8 (420 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 302 more horse power than 1966 Mercury Comet. (118 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1966 Mercury Comet.
Because 2011 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Mercury Comet. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi R8 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, 2011 Audi R8 (430 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Mercury Comet. (258 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Mercury Comet | 2011 Audi R8 | |
| Make | Mercury | Audi |
| Model | Comet | R8 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3279 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 420 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1245 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2649 mm |
