1969 Cadillac Brougham vs. 1966 Mercury Comet
To start off, 1969 Cadillac Brougham is newer by 3 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 7,734 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Cadillac Brougham is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Mercury Comet (267 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1969 Cadillac Brougham. (228 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Mercury Comet should accelerate faster than 1969 Cadillac Brougham. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Cadillac Brougham weights approximately 820 kg more than 1966 Mercury Comet.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Cadillac Brougham | 1966 Mercury Comet | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mercury |
| Model | Brougham | Comet |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7734 cc | 6393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 267 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3390 mm | 2950 mm |
