2007 BMW X5 vs. 1970 Mercury Comet
To start off, 2007 BMW X5 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mercury Comet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mercury Comet would be higher. At 3,270 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW X5 (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1970 Mercury Comet. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1970 Mercury Comet.
Because 2007 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Mercury Comet. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 BMW X5 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, 2007 BMW X5 (480 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mercury Comet. (209 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2007 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW X5 | 1970 Mercury Comet | |
| Make | BMW | Mercury |
| Model | X5 | Comet |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1970 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 3270 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 480 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1800 mm |
