1966 Mercury Comet vs. 2011 BMW 325
To start off, 2011 BMW 325 is newer by 45 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 4,738 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1966 Mercury Comet. (198 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1966 Mercury Comet.
Because 2011 BMW 325 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, 2011 BMW 325 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, 1966 Mercury Comet (382 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 325. (270 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1966 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Mercury Comet | 2011 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Mercury | BMW |
| Model | Comet | 325 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4738 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 198 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 382 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2770 mm |
