2006 Ford F-250 vs. 1967 Mercury Comet
To start off, 2006 Ford F-250 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 4,198 cc, 2006 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford F-250 (177 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1967 Mercury Comet. (119 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1967 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1456 kg more than 1967 Mercury Comet. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Ford F-250 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Mercury Comet. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-250 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 Ford F-250 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Mercury Comet. (258 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford F-250 | 1967 Mercury Comet | |
Make | Ford | Mercury |
Model | F-250 | Comet |
Year Released | 2006 | 1967 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4198 cc | 3279 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 119 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 258 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 103 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 2856 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2950 mm |