2004 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 1966 Mercury Comet
To start off, 2004 Mercedes-Benz C 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 3,279 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercedes-Benz C (189 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1966 Mercury Comet. (118 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1966 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Mercury Comet weights approximately 57 kg more than 2004 Mercedes-Benz C.
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 Mercedes-Benz C (260 Nm) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Mercury Comet. (258 Nm). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mercedes-Benz C | 1966 Mercury Comet | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercury |
| Model | C | Comet |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 3279 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1662 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2950 mm |
