2008 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1966 Mercury Comet
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado 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 6,393 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado (353 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1966 Mercury Comet. (268 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1966 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Mercury Comet weights approximately 514 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Silverado.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado 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 (546 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Silverado. (506 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1966 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Silverado.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Silverado | 1966 Mercury Comet | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercury |
Model | Silverado | Comet |
Year Released | 2008 | 1966 |
Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5999 cc | 6393 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 353 HP | 268 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 506 Nm | 546 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1775 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5710 mm | 5180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 2950 mm |