2009 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1966 Mercury Comet
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette 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 6,393 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette (430 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1966 Mercury Comet. (405 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette 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 (645 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Corvette. (575 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1966 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Corvette | 1966 Mercury Comet | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercury |
Model | Corvette | Comet |
Year Released | 2009 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6198 cc | 6393 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 430 HP | 405 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 575 Nm | 645 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2950 mm |