2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK vs. 1967 Mercury Comet

To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Mercury Comet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Mercury Comet would be higher. At 3,279 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK (228 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1967 Mercury Comet. (119 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 1967 Mercury Comet.

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 SLK (300 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Mercury Comet. (258 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Mercury Comet.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK 1967 Mercury Comet
Make Mercedes-Benz Mercury
Model SLK Comet
Year Released 2007 1967
Body Type Convertible Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2996 cc 3279 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 228 HP 119 HP
Engine RPM 6100 RPM 4400 RPM
Torque 300 Nm 258 Nm
Torque RPM 2700 RPM 2400 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Vehicle Length 4090 mm 5000 mm
Vehicle Width 1790 mm 1880 mm
Vehicle Height 1300 mm 1400 mm
Wheelbase Size 2440 mm 2950 mm


 

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