2007 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 1973 Mercury Comet
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E 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 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E (469 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 386 more horse power than 1973 Mercury Comet. (83 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1973 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 770 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Mercedes-Benz E (700 Nm @ 2650 RPM) has 495 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mercury Comet. (205 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Mercedes-Benz E | 1973 Mercury Comet | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercury |
Model | E | Comet |
Year Released | 2007 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5439 cc | 3271 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 469 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 700 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2650 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 93.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 79.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2630 mm |