2003 BMW 325 vs. 1966 Mercury Comet
To start off, 2003 BMW 325 is newer by 37 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, 1966 Mercury Comet (198 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2003 BMW 325. (192 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Mercury Comet should accelerate faster than 2003 BMW 325.
Let's talk about torque, 1966 Mercury Comet (382 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 BMW 325. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1966 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW 325 | 1966 Mercury Comet | |
| Make | BMW | Mercury |
| Model | 325 | Comet |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 4738 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 382 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2950 mm |
