2007 Bentley Continental GT vs. 1966 Mercury Comet
To start off, 2007 Bentley Continental GT 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 6,393 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Bentley Continental GT (552 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1966 Mercury Comet. (405 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Bentley Continental GT should accelerate faster than 1966 Mercury Comet.
Because 2007 Bentley Continental GT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Mercury Comet. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Bentley Continental GT 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, 2007 Bentley Continental GT (650 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Mercury Comet. (645 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 Bentley Continental GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Bentley Continental GT | 1966 Mercury Comet | |
| Make | Bentley | Mercury |
| Model | Continental GT | Comet |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 6393 cc |
| Engine Type | W | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 552 HP | 405 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 645 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2950 mm |
