2005 Infiniti FX vs. 1970 Mercury Comet
To start off, 2005 Infiniti FX is newer by 35 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 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Infiniti FX (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1970 Mercury Comet. (137 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 1970 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Infiniti FX weights approximately 450 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, 2005 Infiniti FX (366 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mercury Comet. (319 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Infiniti FX | 1970 Mercury Comet | |
Make | Infiniti | Mercury |
Model | FX | Comet |
Year Released | 2005 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 4942 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 137 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 319 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2800 mm |