2008 Dodge Sprinter vs. 1966 Mercury Comet
To start off, 2008 Dodge Sprinter 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, 1966 Mercury Comet (267 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2008 Dodge Sprinter. (154 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Mercury Comet should accelerate faster than 2008 Dodge Sprinter.
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, 1966 Mercury Comet (546 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Dodge Sprinter. (380 Nm @ 1200 RPM). This means 1966 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Dodge Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Dodge Sprinter | 1966 Mercury Comet | |
Make | Dodge | Mercury |
Model | Sprinter | Comet |
Year Released | 2008 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3000 cc | 6393 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 154 HP | 267 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 546 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 12 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Length | 5910 mm | 5180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2450 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3670 mm | 2950 mm |