2007 Chrysler 300 vs. 1970 Mercury Comet
To start off, 2007 Chrysler 300 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 6,059 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chrysler 300 (429 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 331 more horse power than 1970 Mercury Comet. (98 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1970 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 538 kg more than 1970 Mercury Comet. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Chrysler 300 (569 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mercury Comet. (249 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2007 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chrysler 300 | 1970 Mercury Comet | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mercury |
| Model | 300 | Comet |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6059 cc | 4092 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 429 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 569 Nm | 249 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1888 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 57 L |
