2008 Mercedes-Benz ML vs. 1973 Mercury Comet
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mercury Comet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mercury Comet would be higher. At 3,271 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML (167 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1973 Mercury Comet. (83 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 1973 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 955 kg more than 1973 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 Mercedes-Benz ML (400 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mercury Comet. (205 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Mercedes-Benz ML | 1973 Mercury Comet | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercury |
Model | ML | Comet |
Year Released | 2008 | 1973 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2685 cc | 3271 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 167 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 93.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 79.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 2175 kg | 1220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2630 mm |