1999 Jensen SV-8 vs. 1972 Mercury Comet
To start off, 1999 Jensen SV-8 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mercury Comet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mercury Comet would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Jensen SV-8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Jensen SV-8 (321 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 240 more horse power than 1972 Mercury Comet. (81 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Jensen SV-8 should accelerate faster than 1972 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Jensen SV-8 weights approximately 76 kg more than 1972 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, 1999 Jensen SV-8 (439 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mercury Comet. (175 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1999 Jensen SV-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Jensen SV-8 | 1972 Mercury Comet | |
Make | Jensen | Mercury |
Model | SV-8 | Comet |
Year Released | 1999 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4601 cc | 2782 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 321 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 439 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1224 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2630 mm |