1991 Bugatti EB 110 vs. 1966 Mercury Comet
To start off, 1991 Bugatti EB 110 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 6,393 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Bugatti EB 110 (602 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1966 Mercury Comet. (405 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Bugatti EB 110 should accelerate faster than 1966 Mercury Comet.
Because 1991 Bugatti EB 110 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Mercury Comet. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Bugatti EB 110 will offer significantly more control. 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 Bugatti EB 110 (650 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Mercury Comet. (645 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1991 Bugatti EB 110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Bugatti EB 110 | 1966 Mercury Comet | |
| Make | Bugatti | Mercury |
| Model | EB 110 | Comet |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3497 cc | 6393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 602 HP | 405 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 645 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2950 mm |
