1967 Mercury Comet vs. 1960 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 1967 Mercury Comet is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Volkswagen Beetle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Volkswagen Beetle would be higher. At 3,279 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Mercury Comet (119 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1960 Volkswagen Beetle. (34 HP @ 3900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Mercury Comet should accelerate faster than 1960 Volkswagen Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Mercury Comet weights approximately 600 kg more than 1960 Volkswagen Beetle. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 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 1967 Mercury Comet. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1960 Volkswagen Beetle, 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Mercury Comet | 1960 Volkswagen Beetle | |
| Make | Mercury | Volkswagen |
| Model | Comet | Beetle |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1960 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3279 cc | 1192 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2410 mm |
