1970 Mercury Comet vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz GL
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz GL is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mercury Comet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mercury Comet would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz GL (335 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 1970 Mercury Comet. (137 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz GL should accelerate faster than 1970 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz GL weights approximately 1035 kg more than 1970 Mercury Comet. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Mercedes-Benz GL is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Mercury Comet. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz GL will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz GL (459 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mercury Comet. (319 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz GL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Mercury Comet | 2012 Mercedes-Benz GL | |
Make | Mercury | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Comet | GL |
Year Released | 1970 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 4700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 137 HP | 335 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 459 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 2425 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5098 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1989 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1839 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3076 mm |