2006 BMW X3 vs. 1975 Mercury Comet
To start off, 2006 BMW X3 is newer by 31 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, 2006 BMW X3 (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1975 Mercury Comet. (74 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 1975 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Mercury Comet weights approximately 70 kg more than 2006 BMW X3.
Because 2006 BMW X3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Mercury Comet. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 BMW X3 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 BMW X3 (246 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mercury Comet. (197 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW X3 | 1975 Mercury Comet | |
| Make | BMW | Mercury |
| Model | X3 | Comet |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 3272 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 246 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2800 mm |
