2002 BMW Z4 vs. 1967 Mercury Comet
To start off, 2002 BMW Z4 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Mercury Comet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Mercury Comet would be higher. At 3,279 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 BMW Z4 (190 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1967 Mercury Comet. (118 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1967 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 BMW Z4 weights approximately 33 kg more than 1967 Mercury Comet. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1967 Mercury Comet (258 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 BMW Z4. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1967 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 BMW Z4.
Compare all specifications:
2002 BMW Z4 | 1967 Mercury Comet | |
Make | BMW | Mercury |
Model | Z4 | Comet |
Year Released | 2002 | 1967 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 3279 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 258 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1362 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 5180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2950 mm |