2002 Infiniti I vs. 1967 Mercury Comet
To start off, 2002 Infiniti I is newer by 35 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 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Infiniti I is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Infiniti I (252 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1967 Mercury Comet. (118 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Infiniti I should accelerate faster than 1967 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Infiniti I weights approximately 153 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.
Because 1967 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 1967 Mercury Comet. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Infiniti I, 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, 2002 Infiniti I (333 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Mercury Comet. (258 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2002 Infiniti I will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Infiniti I | 1967 Mercury Comet | |
Make | Infiniti | Mercury |
Model | I | Comet |
Year Released | 2002 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3496 cc | 3279 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 333 Nm | 258 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1362 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 5180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2950 mm |