1998 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 1966 Mercury Comet
To start off, 1998 Mercedes-Benz S 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 5,786 cc (12 cylinders), 1998 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mercedes-Benz S (362 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1966 Mercury Comet. (198 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mercedes-Benz S 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 Mercedes-Benz S (530 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Mercury Comet. (382 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1998 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Mercedes-Benz S | 1966 Mercury Comet | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercury |
| Model | S | Comet |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5786 cc | 4738 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 382 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2950 mm |
