2003 Audi LeMans vs. 1966 Mercury Comet
To start off, 2003 Audi LeMans is newer by 37 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, 2003 Audi LeMans (601 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 333 more horse power than 1966 Mercury Comet. (268 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Audi LeMans should accelerate faster than 1966 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Mercury Comet weights approximately 245 kg more than 2003 Audi LeMans.
Because 2003 Audi LeMans is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Mercury Comet. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Audi LeMans will offer significantly more control. 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, 2003 Audi LeMans (750 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Mercury Comet. (546 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2003 Audi LeMans will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Audi LeMans | 1966 Mercury Comet | |
| Make | Audi | Mercury |
| Model | LeMans | Comet |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4961 cc | 6393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 601 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 750 Nm | 546 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 103 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1775 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2950 mm |
