2004 Chrysler 300 vs. 1966 Mercury Comet
To start off, 2004 Chrysler 300 is newer by 38 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 14 more horse power than 2004 Chrysler 300. (253 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Mercury Comet should accelerate faster than 2004 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 264 kg more than 1966 Mercury Comet.
Let's talk about torque, 1966 Mercury Comet (546 Nm) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chrysler 300. (339 Nm). This means 1966 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chrysler 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chrysler 300 | 1966 Mercury Comet | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mercury |
| Model | 300 | Comet |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3516 cc | 6393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 253 HP | 267 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 546 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1624 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2950 mm |
