2001 BMW M3 vs. 1966 Mercury Comet
To start off, 2001 BMW M3 is newer by 35 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, 2001 BMW M3 (326 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1966 Mercury Comet. (198 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1966 Mercury Comet.
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. Let's talk about torque, 1966 Mercury Comet (382 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW M3. (355 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1966 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
2001 BMW M3 | 1966 Mercury Comet | |
Make | BMW | Mercury |
Model | M3 | Comet |
Year Released | 2001 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3246 cc | 4738 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 326 HP | 198 HP |
Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 355 Nm | 382 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2950 mm |