1956 BMW 502 vs. 1967 Mercury Comet
To start off, 1967 Mercury Comet is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 BMW 502. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 BMW 502 would be higher. At 3,279 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Mercury Comet (118 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1956 BMW 502. (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Mercury Comet should accelerate faster than 1956 BMW 502. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Mercury Comet weights approximately 244 kg more than 1956 BMW 502. 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:
| 1956 BMW 502 | 1967 Mercury Comet | |
| Make | BMW | Mercury |
| Model | 502 | Comet |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2580 cc | 3279 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1416 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2950 mm |
