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 6,393 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mercedes-Benz S (302 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1966 Mercury Comet. (267 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1966 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 495 kg more than 1966 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, 1966 Mercury Comet (546 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mercedes-Benz S. (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1966 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mercedes-Benz S.
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 | 4964 cc | 6393 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 302 HP | 267 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 460 Nm | 546 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1855 kg | 1360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2950 mm |