2005 Honda Z vs. 1966 Mercury Comet
To start off, 2005 Honda Z is newer by 39 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 (405 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 354 more horse power than 2005 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Mercury Comet should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Z.
Because 2005 Honda Z is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Mercury Comet. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Honda Z will offer significantly more control. 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, 1966 Mercury Comet (645 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 584 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Z. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1966 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Z | 1966 Mercury Comet | |
| Make | Honda | Mercury |
| Model | Z | Comet |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 6393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 405 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 645 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2950 mm |
