2005 Mercedes-Benz R vs. 1966 Mercury Comet
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz R 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 6,393 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz R (302 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1966 Mercury Comet. (267 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz R should accelerate faster than 1966 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz R weights approximately 465 kg more than 1966 Mercury Comet. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Mercedes-Benz R is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Mercury Comet. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz R will offer significantly more control. 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 (546 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz R. (461 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1966 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz R.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz R | 1966 Mercury Comet | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercury |
| Model | R | Comet |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4966 cc | 6393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 267 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 546 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 96 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2240 kg | 1775 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2950 mm |
