1998 Mercedes-Benz SLK vs. 1966 Mercury Comet
To start off, 1998 Mercedes-Benz SLK 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 3,279 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mercedes-Benz SLK (134 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1966 Mercury Comet. (118 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mercedes-Benz SLK 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, 1966 Mercury Comet (258 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1966 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Mercedes-Benz SLK | 1966 Mercury Comet | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercury |
Model | SLK | Comet |
Year Released | 1998 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3279 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 258 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 103.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 5180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2950 mm |