2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano vs. 1966 Mercury Comet
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano 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 6,393 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Mercury Comet (267 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Mercury Comet should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano weights approximately 610 kg more than 1966 Mercury Comet.
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, 1966 Mercury Comet (546 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (331 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1966 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano | 1966 Mercury Comet | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercury |
Model | Viano | Comet |
Year Released | 2006 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2148 cc | 6393 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 267 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 331 Nm | 546 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1970 kg | 1360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 5180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2950 mm |