2002 Chrysler 300 vs. 1966 Mercury Comet
To start off, 2002 Chrysler 300 is newer by 36 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, 1966 Mercury Comet (267 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2002 Chrysler 300. (251 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Mercury Comet should accelerate faster than 2002 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Mercury Comet weights approximately 142 kg more than 2002 Chrysler 300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1966 Mercury Comet is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1966 Mercury Comet. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Chrysler 300, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Chrysler 300. (346 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1966 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Chrysler 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Chrysler 300 | 1966 Mercury Comet | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mercury |
| Model | 300 | Comet |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3523 cc | 6393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 267 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 546 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 96 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1633 kg | 1775 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2950 mm |
