2009 Infiniti QX56 vs. 1966 Mercury Comet
To start off, 2009 Infiniti QX56 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 5,552 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Infiniti QX56 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Infiniti QX56 (320 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1966 Mercury Comet. (118 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Infiniti QX56 should accelerate faster than 1966 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Mercury Comet weights approximately 342 kg more than 2009 Infiniti QX56.
Because 2009 Infiniti QX56 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 Infiniti QX56 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, 2009 Infiniti QX56 (533 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Mercury Comet. (258 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Infiniti QX56 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Infiniti QX56 | 1966 Mercury Comet | |
Make | Infiniti | Mercury |
Model | QX56 | Comet |
Year Released | 2009 | 1966 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5552 cc | 3279 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 320 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 533 Nm | 258 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1662 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 5180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2010 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2950 mm |