2007 Chrysler 300 vs. 1973 Mercury Comet
To start off, 2007 Chrysler 300 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mercury Comet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mercury Comet would be higher. At 3,518 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chrysler 300 (243 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1973 Mercury Comet. (83 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1973 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 595 kg more than 1973 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 (340 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mercury Comet. (205 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chrysler 300 | 1973 Mercury Comet | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mercury |
| Model | 300 | Comet |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3518 cc | 3271 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 243 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2630 mm |
