1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage vs. 1966 Mercury Comet
To start off, 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage is newer by 32 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 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage (450 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 332 more horse power than 1966 Mercury Comet. (118 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage 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, 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage (746 Nm) has 488 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Mercury Comet. (258 Nm). This means 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage | 1966 Mercury Comet | |
Make | Aston Martin | Mercury |
Model | Project Vantage | Comet |
Year Released | 1998 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6000 cc | 3279 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 450 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 746 Nm | 258 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2950 mm |