2006 Buick Lucerne vs. 1967 Mercury Comet
To start off, 2006 Buick Lucerne is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Mercury Comet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Mercury Comet would be higher. At 4,572 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Buick Lucerne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Buick Lucerne (275 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1967 Mercury Comet. (118 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 1967 Mercury Comet.
Because 1967 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 1967 Mercury Comet. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Buick Lucerne, 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, 2006 Buick Lucerne (400 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Mercury Comet. (258 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Buick Lucerne | 1967 Mercury Comet | |
Make | Buick | Mercury |
Model | Lucerne | Comet |
Year Released | 2006 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4572 cc | 3279 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 275 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 258 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 5180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2950 mm |