2007 Hummer H3 vs. 1966 Mercury Comet
To start off, 2007 Hummer H3 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, 1966 Mercury Comet (405 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 2007 Hummer H3. (242 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Mercury Comet should accelerate faster than 2007 Hummer H3.
Because 2007 Hummer H3 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 Hummer H3 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, 1966 Mercury Comet (645 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 317 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Hummer H3. (328 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1966 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Hummer H3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Hummer H3 | 1966 Mercury Comet | |
| Make | Hummer | Mercury |
| Model | H3 | Comet |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 6393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 405 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 645 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2950 mm |
