USA vs USA — 1964 vs 1967
| Comet Cyclone CJ 428 | Coronet R/T 440 Magnum | |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 335 hp | 375 hp |
| Torque | 440 lb-ft | 480 lb-ft |
| Engine Size | 7,014 cc | 7,210 cc |
| 0-60 mph | 6.2 sec | 6.0 sec |
| Top Speed | 130 mph | 130 mph |
| ¼ Mile | 14.1 sec | 14.3 sec |
| Weight | 3,502 lbs | 3,700 lbs |
| Wheelbase | 2,921 mm | 2,997 mm |
| Length | 5,131 mm | 5,207 mm |
| Units Produced | — | 10,849 |
| Original MSRP | $3,224 | $3,199 |
| Value (Excellent) | $85,000 | $120,000 |
| Collectibility | 7/10 | 8/10 |
| Rarity | 7/10 | 7/10 |
It's a closely fought contest. The 1964 Mercury Comet Cyclone CJ 428 brings lighter weight, better value to the table, and the 1967 Dodge Coronet R/T 440 Magnum answers with more power, quicker acceleration, stronger collectibility. Both are excellent machines that reward their owners in different ways — there's no wrong answer here.
In the world of Muscle Car cars, few comparisons generate as much discussion as the 1964 Mercury Comet Cyclone CJ 428 versus the 1967 Dodge Coronet R/T 440 Magnum. Both hail from Muscle era and represent the pinnacle of their respective manufacturers' ambitions. The 1967 Dodge Coronet R/T 440 Magnum holds a clear advantage in raw power with 375 hp compared to 335 hp, a 40-horsepower difference that shapes the driving experience. In the sprint to 60 mph, the 1967 Dodge Coronet R/T 440 Magnum edges ahead at 6.0 seconds versus 6.2 seconds. Each of these machines offers a unique window into the era that produced it, making both worthy of consideration by collectors and drivers alike.