1966 Mercury Comet vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz M
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz M is newer by 47 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz M (511 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 244 more horse power than 1966 Mercury Comet. (267 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz M should accelerate faster than 1966 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz M weights approximately 570 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.
Because 2013 Mercedes-Benz M is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Mercury Comet. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz M 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz M (700 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Mercury Comet. (546 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Mercury Comet | 2013 Mercedes-Benz M | |
| Make | Mercury | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Comet | M |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6393 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | electric |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 267 HP | 511 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 546 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1775 kg | 2345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4817 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2141 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1796 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2915 mm |
