1974 Mercury Comet vs. 1999 Porsche GT3
To start off, 1999 Porsche GT3 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mercury Comet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mercury Comet would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Porsche GT3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Porsche GT3 (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1974 Mercury Comet. (82 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Porsche GT3 should accelerate faster than 1974 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:
| 1974 Mercury Comet | 1999 Porsche GT3 | |
| Make | Mercury | Porsche |
| Model | Comet | GT3 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2782 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2360 mm |
