2003 Maserati Spyder vs. 1967 Mercury Comet
To start off, 2003 Maserati Spyder is newer by 36 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 4,254 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Maserati Spyder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Maserati Spyder (390 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 271 more horse power than 1967 Mercury Comet. (119 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Maserati Spyder should accelerate faster than 1967 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Maserati Spyder weights approximately 280 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, 2003 Maserati Spyder (452 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Mercury Comet. (258 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2003 Maserati Spyder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Maserati Spyder | 1967 Mercury Comet | |
Make | Maserati | Mercury |
Model | Spyder | Comet |
Year Released | 2003 | 1967 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4254 cc | 3279 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 390 HP | 119 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 452 Nm | 258 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 103 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2950 mm |