1966 Mercury Comet vs. 2012 Scion tC
To start off, 2012 Scion tC 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, 1966 Mercury Comet (268 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2012 Scion tC. (180 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Mercury Comet should accelerate faster than 2012 Scion tC.
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, 2012 Scion tC, 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 312 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Scion tC. (234 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1966 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Scion tC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Mercury Comet | 2012 Scion tC | |
| Make | Mercury | Scion |
| Model | Comet | tC |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6393 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 546 Nm | 234 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1415 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2700 mm |
