2004 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 1966 Mercury Comet
To start off, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL 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 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL (302 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1966 Mercury Comet. (198 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1966 Mercury Comet.
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 CL (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Mercury Comet. (382 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Mercedes-Benz CL | 1966 Mercury Comet | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercury |
Model | CL | Comet |
Year Released | 2004 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4966 cc | 4738 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 302 HP | 198 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 460 Nm | 382 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2950 mm |