1968 Ginetta G15 vs. 1973 Mercury Comet
To start off, 1973 Mercury Comet is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ginetta G15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ginetta G15 would be higher. At 2,782 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Mercury Comet (82 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1968 Ginetta G15. (51 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mercury Comet should accelerate faster than 1968 Ginetta G15.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Mercury Comet (179 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ginetta G15. (70 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1973 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ginetta G15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Ginetta G15 | 1973 Mercury Comet | |
| Make | Ginetta | Mercury |
| Model | G15 | Comet |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 875 cc | 2782 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1800 mm |
