2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 vs. 1966 Mercury Comet
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 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 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 (302 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1966 Mercury Comet. (198 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 (441 Nm) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Mercury Comet. (382 Nm). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 | 1966 Mercury Comet | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercury |
Model | E500 | Comet |
Year Released | 2005 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4966 cc | 4738 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 302 HP | 198 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 441 Nm | 382 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2950 mm |