2006 Lexus IS vs. 1972 Mercury Comet
To start off, 2006 Lexus IS is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mercury Comet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mercury Comet would be higher. At 2,780 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lexus IS (153 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1972 Mercury Comet. (82 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 1972 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lexus IS weights approximately 285 kg more than 1972 Mercury Comet. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Lexus IS (195 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mercury Comet. (178 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 Lexus IS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Lexus IS | 1972 Mercury Comet | |
| Make | Lexus | Mercury |
| Model | IS | Comet |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 2780 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2800 mm |
