1967 Bizzarrini A3C vs. 1966 Mercury Comet
To start off, 1967 Bizzarrini A3C is newer by 1 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, 1967 Bizzarrini A3C (361 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1966 Mercury Comet. (267 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Bizzarrini A3C should accelerate faster than 1966 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Mercury Comet weights approximately 515 kg more than 1967 Bizzarrini A3C.
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, 1966 Mercury Comet (546 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Bizzarrini A3C. (510 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1966 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Bizzarrini A3C.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Bizzarrini A3C | 1966 Mercury Comet | |
Make | Bizzarrini | Mercury |
Model | A3C | Comet |
Year Released | 1967 | 1966 |
Engine Size | 5354 cc | 6393 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 361 HP | 267 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 510 Nm | 546 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1775 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2950 mm |