2001 Cadillac XLR vs. 1967 Mercury Comet
To start off, 2001 Cadillac XLR is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Mercury Comet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Mercury Comet would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Cadillac XLR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Cadillac XLR (316 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1967 Mercury Comet. (119 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 1967 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Cadillac XLR weights approximately 254 kg more than 1967 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, 2001 Cadillac XLR (401 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Mercury Comet. (258 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2001 Cadillac XLR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Cadillac XLR | 1967 Mercury Comet | |
Make | Cadillac | Mercury |
Model | XLR | Comet |
Year Released | 2001 | 1967 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4565 cc | 3279 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 316 HP | 119 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 401 Nm | 258 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 103 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1654 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2950 mm |