1973 BMW 1502 vs. 1970 Mercury Comet
To start off, 1973 BMW 1502 is newer by 3 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 3,272 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Mercury Comet (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1973 BMW 1502. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Mercury Comet should accelerate faster than 1973 BMW 1502. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Mercury Comet weights approximately 380 kg more than 1973 BMW 1502. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Mercury Comet (209 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 BMW 1502. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1970 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 BMW 1502.
Compare all specifications:
1973 BMW 1502 | 1970 Mercury Comet | |
Make | BMW | Mercury |
Model | 1502 | Comet |
Year Released | 1973 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1573 cc | 3272 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 209 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2800 mm |