2009 BMW 330 vs. 1971 Mercury Comet
To start off, 2009 BMW 330 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mercury Comet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mercury Comet would be higher. At 2,993 cc, 2009 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 330 (242 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1971 Mercury Comet. (81 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1971 Mercury Comet.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW 330 (521 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 346 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mercury Comet. (175 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 330 | 1971 Mercury Comet | |
| Make | BMW | Mercury |
| Model | 330 | Comet |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2782 cc |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 521 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2630 mm |
