2009 Dodge Ram vs. 1966 Mercury Comet
To start off, 2009 Dodge Ram 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, 1966 Mercury Comet (405 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Ram. (310 HP @ 5650 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Mercury Comet should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Ram.
Because 2009 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Mercury Comet. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Ram will offer significantly more control. 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 197 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Ram. (448 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 1966 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Ram.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Ram | 1966 Mercury Comet | |
| Make | Dodge | Mercury |
| Model | Ram | Comet |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4701 cc | 6393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 405 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 448 Nm | 645 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5820 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3560 mm | 2950 mm |
