2009 Infiniti QX56 vs. 1970 Mercury Comet
To start off, 2009 Infiniti QX56 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mercury Comet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 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 183 more horse power than 1970 Mercury Comet. (137 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Infiniti QX56 should accelerate faster than 1970 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Mercury Comet weights approximately 70 kg more than 2009 Infiniti QX56.
Because 2009 Infiniti QX56 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 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 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mercury Comet. (319 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Infiniti QX56 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Infiniti QX56 | 1970 Mercury Comet | |
Make | Infiniti | Mercury |
Model | QX56 | Comet |
Year Released | 2009 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5552 cc | 4942 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 320 HP | 137 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 533 Nm | 319 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2010 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2800 mm |