2007 Cadillac DTS vs. 1970 Mercury Comet
To start off, 2007 Cadillac DTS is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mercury Comet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mercury Comet would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Cadillac DTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Cadillac DTS (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1970 Mercury Comet. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac DTS should accelerate faster than 1970 Mercury Comet.
Because 1970 Mercury Comet is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1970 Mercury Comet. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac DTS, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Cadillac DTS (400 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mercury Comet. (209 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2007 Cadillac DTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Cadillac DTS | 1970 Mercury Comet | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mercury |
| Model | DTS | Comet |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 3272 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2800 mm |
