1953 BMW 340 vs. 1966 Mercury Comet
To start off, 1966 Mercury Comet is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 BMW 340. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 BMW 340 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 (267 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 1953 BMW 340. (53 HP @ 3750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Mercury Comet should accelerate faster than 1953 BMW 340. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Mercury Comet weights approximately 110 kg more than 1953 BMW 340. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 BMW 340 | 1966 Mercury Comet | |
| Make | BMW | Mercury |
| Model | 340 | Comet |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 6393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 267 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2950 mm |
