2005 BMW 325 vs. 1975 Mercury Comet
To start off, 2005 BMW 325 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mercury Comet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mercury Comet would be higher. At 3,272 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 325 (190 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1975 Mercury Comet. (74 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1975 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 325 weights approximately 200 kg more than 1975 Mercury Comet. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 BMW 325 (237 Nm) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mercury Comet. (197 Nm). This means 2005 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 325 | 1975 Mercury Comet | |
| Make | BMW | Mercury |
| Model | 325 | Comet |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2491 cc | 3272 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2800 mm |
