2008 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 1966 Mercury Comet
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL 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 Mercedes-Benz CL (493 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1966 Mercury Comet. (405 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1966 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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL (700 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Mercury Comet. (645 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Mercedes-Benz CL | 1966 Mercury Comet | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercury |
Model | CL | Comet |
Year Released | 2008 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5439 cc | 6393 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 493 HP | 405 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 700 Nm | 645 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 5180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2950 mm |