1966 Mercury Comet vs. 2011 Lexus GS
To start off, 2011 Lexus GS 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Lexus GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lexus GS (342 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 224 more horse power than 1966 Mercury Comet. (118 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 1966 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lexus GS weights approximately 127 kg more than 1966 Mercury Comet. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Lexus GS (459 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Mercury Comet. (258 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 Lexus GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Mercury Comet | 2011 Lexus GS | |
Make | Mercury | Lexus |
Model | Comet | GS |
Year Released | 1966 | 2011 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3279 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 342 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 258 Nm | 459 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1662 kg | 1789 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4826 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1821 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1425 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2850 mm |