2009 Audi TT vs. 1966 Mercury Comet
To start off, 2009 Audi TT is newer by 43 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, 2009 Audi TT (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1966 Mercury Comet. (118 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1966 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Mercury Comet weights approximately 767 kg more than 2009 Audi TT.
Because 1966 Mercury Comet is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1966 Mercury Comet. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi TT, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 Audi TT (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Mercury Comet. (258 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi TT | 1966 Mercury Comet | |
| Make | Audi | Mercury |
| Model | TT | Comet |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 3279 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1662 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2950 mm |
