1998 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 1973 Mercury Comet
To start off, 1998 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mercury Comet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mercury Comet would be higher. At 2,782 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mercedes-Benz E (134 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1973 Mercury Comet. (82 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1973 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 340 kg more than 1973 Mercury Comet. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Mercedes-Benz E (191 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mercury Comet. (179 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1998 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Mercedes-Benz E | 1973 Mercury Comet | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercury |
Model | E | Comet |
Year Released | 1998 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2782 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 82 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 191 Nm | 179 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2800 mm |