1967 Mercury Comet vs. 2010 Ford E-150
To start off, 2010 Ford E-150 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Mercury Comet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Mercury Comet would be higher. At 4,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford E-150 (265 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1967 Mercury Comet. (118 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 1967 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford E-150 weights approximately 488 kg more than 1967 Mercury Comet. 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, 2010 Ford E-150, 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, 2010 Ford E-150 (339 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Mercury Comet. (258 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Mercury Comet | 2010 Ford E-150 | |
Make | Mercury | Ford |
Model | Comet | E-150 |
Year Released | 1967 | 2010 |
Body Type | Convertible | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3279 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 258 Nm | 339 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1362 kg | 1850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4717 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1925 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1702 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2824 mm |