1966 Mercury Comet vs. 2012 Audi RS3
To start off, 2012 Audi RS3 is newer by 46 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, 2012 Audi RS3 (335 HP) has 68 more horse power than 1966 Mercury Comet. (267 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi RS3 should accelerate faster than 1966 Mercury Comet.
Because 2012 Audi RS3 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, 2012 Audi RS3 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 (546 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Audi RS3. (450 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1966 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Audi RS3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Mercury Comet | 2012 Audi RS3 | |
| Make | Mercury | Audi |
| Model | Comet | RS3 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6393 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 267 HP | 335 HP |
| Torque | 546 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
