1975 Bristol 411 vs. 1966 Mercury Comet
To start off, 1975 Bristol 411 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Mercury Comet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Mercury Comet would be higher. At 6,277 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Bristol 411 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Bristol 411 (288 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1966 Mercury Comet. (118 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 1966 Mercury Comet.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Bristol 411 (588 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Mercury Comet. (258 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1975 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Bristol 411 | 1966 Mercury Comet | |
Make | Bristol | Mercury |
Model | 411 | Comet |
Year Released | 1975 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6277 cc | 3279 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 288 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 588 Nm | 258 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2950 mm |