1986 Maserati Bi Turbo vs. 1970 Mercury Comet
To start off, 1986 Maserati Bi Turbo is newer by 16 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 2,782 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Maserati Bi Turbo (183 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1970 Mercury Comet. (82 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Maserati Bi Turbo should accelerate faster than 1970 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Mercury Comet weights approximately 125 kg more than 1986 Maserati Bi Turbo.
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, 1986 Maserati Bi Turbo (305 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mercury Comet. (178 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1986 Maserati Bi Turbo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Maserati Bi Turbo | 1970 Mercury Comet | |
Make | Maserati | Mercury |
Model | Bi Turbo | Comet |
Year Released | 1986 | 1970 |
Engine Size | 2491 cc | 2782 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 183 HP | 82 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 178 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2800 mm |