2005 Ford Mustang vs. 1967 Mercury Comet
To start off, 2005 Ford Mustang is newer by 38 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 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Mustang (202 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1967 Mercury Comet. (119 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1967 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Mustang weights approximately 97 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, 2005 Ford Mustang (326 Nm) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Mercury Comet. (258 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Mustang | 1967 Mercury Comet | |
| Make | Ford | Mercury |
| Model | Mustang | Comet |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1967 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4015 cc | 3279 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 326 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 103 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1497 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2950 mm |
