1991 Alpina B vs. 1966 Mercury Comet
To start off, 1991 Alpina B is newer by 25 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 5,646 cc (12 cylinders), 1991 Alpina B is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Alpina B (410 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 1966 Mercury Comet. (198 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Alpina B should accelerate faster than 1966 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. Let's talk about torque, 1991 Alpina B (570 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Mercury Comet. (382 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1991 Alpina B will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Alpina B | 1966 Mercury Comet | |
| Make | Alpina | Mercury |
| Model | B | Comet |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1966 |
| Engine Size | 5646 cc | 4738 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 410 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 382 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2950 mm |
