2008 BMW 330 vs. 1970 Mercury Comet
To start off, 2008 BMW 330 is newer by 38 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 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 330 (202 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1970 Mercury Comet. (137 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1970 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 330 weights approximately 390 kg more than 1970 Mercury Comet. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 BMW 330 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, 2008 BMW 330 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, 2008 BMW 330 (410 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mercury Comet. (319 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 330 | 1970 Mercury Comet | |
Make | BMW | Mercury |
Model | 330 | Comet |
Year Released | 2008 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 4942 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 137 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 319 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 76.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1780 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2800 mm |