1970 Mercury Comet vs. 1963 Triumph Dove GTR4
To start off, 1970 Mercury Comet is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Triumph Dove GTR4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Triumph Dove GTR4 would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Mercury Comet (137 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1963 Triumph Dove GTR4. (104 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Mercury Comet should accelerate faster than 1963 Triumph Dove GTR4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Mercury Comet weights approximately 375 kg more than 1963 Triumph Dove GTR4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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:
| 1970 Mercury Comet | 1963 Triumph Dove GTR4 | |
| Make | Mercury | Triumph |
| Model | Comet | Dove GTR4 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2138 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2140 mm |
