2005 Mercedes-Benz B vs. 1974 Mercury Comet
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz B is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mercury Comet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mercury Comet would be higher. At 3,272 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz B (94 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1974 Mercury Comet. (83 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz B should accelerate faster than 1974 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz B weights approximately 82 kg more than 1974 Mercury Comet. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 Mercury Comet is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1974 Mercury Comet. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz B, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1974 Mercury Comet (206 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz B. (140 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1974 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz B.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz B | 1974 Mercury Comet | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercury |
| Model | B | Comet |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 3272 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 93.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.2 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1302 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2630 mm |
