1966 Mercury Comet vs. 2011 Hyundai Sonata
To start off, 2011 Hyundai Sonata 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 6,393 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Mercury Comet (267 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2011 Hyundai Sonata. (200 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Mercury Comet should accelerate faster than 2011 Hyundai Sonata.
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, 2011 Hyundai Sonata, 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 (546 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 297 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Hyundai Sonata. (249 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1966 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Hyundai Sonata.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Mercury Comet | 2011 Hyundai Sonata | |
Make | Mercury | Hyundai |
Model | Comet | Sonata |
Year Released | 1966 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6393 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 267 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 546 Nm | 249 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4821 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1834 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2794 mm |