2008 Chrysler 300 vs. 1967 Mercury Comet
To start off, 2008 Chrysler 300 is newer by 41 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 3,518 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chrysler 300 (246 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1967 Mercury Comet. (119 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1967 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 415 kg more than 1967 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, 2008 Chrysler 300 (340 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Mercury Comet. (258 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chrysler 300 | 1967 Mercury Comet | |
Make | Chrysler | Mercury |
Model | 300 | Comet |
Year Released | 2008 | 1967 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3518 cc | 3279 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 246 HP | 119 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 258 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.1 mm | 103 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2950 mm |