2006 Cadillac SRX vs. 1966 Mercury Comet
To start off, 2006 Cadillac SRX is newer by 40 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 3,562 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac SRX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac SRX (256 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1966 Mercury Comet. (118 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 1966 Mercury Comet.
Because 2006 Cadillac SRX 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, 2006 Cadillac SRX 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, 2006 Cadillac SRX (342 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Mercury Comet. (258 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac SRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac SRX | 1966 Mercury Comet | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mercury |
| Model | SRX | Comet |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3562 cc | 3279 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 342 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 103.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2950 mm |
