1970 Mercury Comet vs. 2010 BMW X6
To start off, 2010 BMW X6 is newer by 40 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 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 BMW X6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW X6 (555 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 457 more horse power than 1970 Mercury Comet. (98 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 1970 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW X6 weights approximately 1145 kg more than 1970 Mercury Comet. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 BMW X6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Mercury Comet. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 BMW X6 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, 2010 BMW X6 (677 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 429 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mercury Comet. (248 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2010 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Mercury Comet | 2010 BMW X6 | |
Make | Mercury | BMW |
Model | Comet | X6 |
Year Released | 1970 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4092 cc | 4400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 98 HP | 555 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 248 Nm | 677 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 2415 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4877 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1984 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1684 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2934 mm |