2009 BMW 335 vs. 1974 Mercury Comet
To start off, 2009 BMW 335 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mercury Comet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mercury Comet would be higher. At 3,272 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 335 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1974 Mercury Comet. (83 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1974 Mercury Comet.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Mercury Comet (206 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 335. (200 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1974 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 335.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 335 | 1974 Mercury Comet | |
| Make | BMW | Mercury |
| Model | 335 | Comet |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 3272 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2630 mm |
