2006 Ford E-350 vs. 1970 Mercury Comet
To start off, 2006 Ford E-350 is newer by 36 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 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford E-350 (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1970 Mercury Comet. (98 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 1970 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford E-350 weights approximately 1586 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.
Because 1970 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 1970 Mercury Comet. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford E-350, 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 Ford E-350 (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mercury Comet. (248 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2006 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford E-350 | 1970 Mercury Comet | |
Make | Ford | Mercury |
Model | E-350 | Comet |
Year Released | 2006 | 1970 |
Body Type | Van | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5407 cc | 4092 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 248 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 8.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 12 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2856 kg | 1270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2630 mm |