1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK vs. 1970 Mercury Comet
To start off, 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mercury Comet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mercury Comet would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK (220 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1970 Mercury Comet. (137 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 1970 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK weights approximately 100 kg more than 1970 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, 1970 Mercury Comet (319 Nm) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (312 Nm). This means 1970 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK | 1970 Mercury Comet | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercury |
Model | CLK | Comet |
Year Released | 1999 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3201 cc | 4942 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 220 HP | 137 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 319 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.8 mm | 76.2 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2800 mm |