2007 Bentley Azure vs. 1966 Mercury Comet
To start off, 2007 Bentley Azure is newer by 41 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 6,760 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Bentley Azure is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Bentley Azure (451 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1966 Mercury Comet. (405 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster 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, 2007 Bentley Azure (875 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Mercury Comet. (645 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Bentley Azure | 1966 Mercury Comet | |
Make | Bentley | Mercury |
Model | Azure | Comet |
Year Released | 2007 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6760 cc | 6393 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 451 HP | 405 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 875 Nm | 645 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Length | 5420 mm | 5180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2130 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2950 mm |