2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK vs. 1967 Mercury Comet
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK 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 4,966 cc, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK (362 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 244 more horse power than 1967 Mercury Comet. (118 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 1967 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK weights approximately 55 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.
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 Mercedes-Benz CLK (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Mercury Comet. (258 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK | 1967 Mercury Comet | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercury |
| Model | CLK | Comet |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4966 cc | 3279 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2950 mm |
