2006 BMW Z4 vs. 1973 Mercury Comet
To start off, 2006 BMW Z4 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mercury Comet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mercury Comet would be higher. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW Z4 (255 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1973 Mercury Comet. (82 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1973 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW Z4 weights approximately 615 kg more than 1973 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, 2006 BMW Z4 (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mercury Comet. (179 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW Z4 | 1973 Mercury Comet | |
Make | BMW | Mercury |
Model | Z4 | Comet |
Year Released | 2006 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2999 cc | 2782 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 82 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 179 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 1220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2800 mm |