2005 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 1966 Mercury Comet
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C 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 3,279 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C (167 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1966 Mercury Comet. (118 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C 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, 1966 Mercury Comet (258 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. (240 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1966 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mercedes-Benz C | 1966 Mercury Comet | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercury |
Model | C | Comet |
Year Released | 2005 | 1966 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 3279 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 167 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 258 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2950 mm |