2005 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 1970 Mercury Comet
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E 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 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E (469 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 388 more horse power than 1970 Mercury Comet. (81 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1970 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 616 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 Mercedes-Benz E (700 Nm @ 2650 RPM) has 524 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mercury Comet. (176 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz E | 1970 Mercury Comet | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercury |
| Model | E | Comet |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5439 cc | 2782 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 469 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2650 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1836 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2630 mm |
