2008 Cadillac DTS vs. 1966 Mercury Comet
To start off, 2008 Cadillac DTS is newer by 42 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 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Cadillac DTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Cadillac DTS (292 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1966 Mercury Comet. (118 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac DTS should accelerate faster than 1966 Mercury Comet.
Because 1966 Mercury Comet is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1966 Mercury Comet. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac DTS, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2008 Cadillac DTS (391 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Mercury Comet. (258 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Cadillac DTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Cadillac DTS | 1966 Mercury Comet | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mercury |
| Model | DTS | Comet |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 3279 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 292 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 391 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2950 mm |
