1972 Mercury Comet vs. 2007 MG TF
To start off, 2007 MG TF is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mercury Comet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mercury Comet would be higher. At 2,782 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 MG TF (134 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1972 Mercury Comet. (81 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 MG TF should accelerate faster than 1972 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Mercury Comet weights approximately 44 kg more than 2007 MG TF.
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. Let's talk about torque, 1972 Mercury Comet (175 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 MG TF. (166 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1972 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 MG TF.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Mercury Comet | 2007 MG TF | |
Make | Mercury | MG |
Model | Comet | TF |
Year Released | 1972 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2782 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6750 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 166 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1224 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2380 mm |