1973 Mercury Comet vs. 2011 Lexus LFA
To start off, 2011 Lexus LFA is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mercury Comet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mercury Comet would be higher. At 4,805 cc (10 cylinders), 2011 Lexus LFA is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lexus LFA (552 HP @ 8700 RPM) has 470 more horse power than 1973 Mercury Comet. (82 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lexus LFA should accelerate faster than 1973 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lexus LFA weights approximately 260 kg more than 1973 Mercury Comet. 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. Let's talk about torque, 2011 Lexus LFA (480 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 301 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mercury Comet. (179 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2011 Lexus LFA will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Mercury Comet | 2011 Lexus LFA | |
Make | Mercury | Lexus |
Model | Comet | LFA |
Year Released | 1973 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2782 cc | 4805 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 552 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 8700 RPM |
Torque | 179 Nm | 480 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4505 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1895 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2605 mm |