2009 Ford E-250 vs. 1972 Mercury Comet
To start off, 2009 Ford E-250 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mercury Comet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mercury Comet would be higher. At 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford E-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford E-250 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1972 Mercury Comet. (81 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford E-250 should accelerate faster than 1972 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Mercury Comet weights approximately 258 kg more than 2009 Ford E-250.
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, 2009 Ford E-250 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mercury Comet. (175 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Ford E-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford E-250 | 1972 Mercury Comet | |
Make | Ford | Mercury |
Model | E-250 | Comet |
Year Released | 2009 | 1972 |
Body Type | Van | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4606 cc | 2782 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 388 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1224 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6030 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2140 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2630 mm |