2003 Infiniti FX vs. 1974 Mercury Comet
To start off, 2003 Infiniti FX is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mercury Comet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mercury Comet would be higher. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Infiniti FX (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 1974 Mercury Comet. (83 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 1974 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Infiniti FX weights approximately 620 kg more than 1974 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, 2003 Infiniti FX (366 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mercury Comet. (206 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2003 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Infiniti FX | 1974 Mercury Comet | |
Make | Infiniti | Mercury |
Model | FX | Comet |
Year Released | 2003 | 1974 |
Body Type | Crossover | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3497 cc | 3272 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2630 mm |