2008 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 1966 Mercury Comet
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E 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 3,279 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E (181 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1966 Mercury Comet. (118 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E 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, 1966 Mercury Comet (258 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercedes-Benz E. (250 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1966 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Mercedes-Benz E | 1966 Mercury Comet | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercury |
Model | E | Comet |
Year Released | 2008 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 3279 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 181 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 258 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2950 mm |