1966 Mercury Comet vs. 2011 Audi TT
To start off, 2011 Audi TT 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 4,738 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi TT (211 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1966 Mercury Comet. (198 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1966 Mercury Comet.
Because 2011 Audi TT 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 TT 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, 1966 Mercury Comet (382 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Audi TT. (349 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1966 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Audi TT.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Mercury Comet | 2011 Audi TT | |
Make | Mercury | Audi |
Model | Comet | TT |
Year Released | 1966 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4738 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 198 HP | 211 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 382 Nm | 349 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4201 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1842 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1359 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2469 mm |