1991 Maserati Barchetta Straale vs. 1966 Mercury Comet
To start off, 1991 Maserati Barchetta Straale 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 Maserati Barchetta Straale (315 HP) has 48 more horse power than 1966 Mercury Comet. (267 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Maserati Barchetta Straale 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, 1966 Mercury Comet (546 Nm) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Maserati Barchetta Straale. (373 Nm). This means 1966 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Maserati Barchetta Straale.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Maserati Barchetta Straale | 1966 Mercury Comet | |
| Make | Maserati | Mercury |
| Model | Barchetta Straale | Comet |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 6393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 315 HP | 267 HP |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 546 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 4 seats |
