2004 Maserati Coupe vs. 1970 Mercury Comet
To start off, 2004 Maserati Coupe is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mercury Comet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mercury Comet would be higher. At 4,245 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Maserati Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Maserati Coupe (390 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 308 more horse power than 1970 Mercury Comet. (82 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Maserati Coupe should accelerate faster than 1970 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Maserati Coupe weights approximately 500 kg more than 1970 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, 2004 Maserati Coupe (451 Nm) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mercury Comet. (178 Nm). This means 2004 Maserati Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Maserati Coupe | 1970 Mercury Comet | |
Make | Maserati | Mercury |
Model | Coupe | Comet |
Year Released | 2004 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4245 cc | 2782 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 390 HP | 82 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 451 Nm | 178 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2800 mm |