2008 BMW 323 vs. 1966 Mercury Comet
To start off, 2008 BMW 323 is newer by 42 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 6,393 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Mercury Comet (267 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2008 BMW 323. (176 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Mercury Comet should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Mercury Comet weights approximately 285 kg more than 2008 BMW 323. 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, 1966 Mercury Comet (546 Nm) has 316 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 323. (230 Nm). This means 1966 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 323 | 1966 Mercury Comet | |
| Make | BMW | Mercury |
| Model | 323 | Comet |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 6393 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 176 HP | 267 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 546 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1775 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2950 mm |
