1998 Mercedes-Benz ML vs. 1967 Mercury Comet
To start off, 1998 Mercedes-Benz ML is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Mercury Comet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Mercury Comet would be higher. At 4,266 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Mercedes-Benz ML is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mercedes-Benz ML (275 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1967 Mercury Comet. (118 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 1967 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 335 kg more than 1967 Mercury Comet. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Mercedes-Benz ML is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Mercury Comet. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Mercedes-Benz ML 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, 1998 Mercedes-Benz ML (391 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Mercury Comet. (258 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1998 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Mercedes-Benz ML | 1967 Mercury Comet | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercury |
| Model | ML | Comet |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4266 cc | 3279 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 391 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1995 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2950 mm |
