2008 BMW M3 vs. 1970 Mercury Comet
To start off, 2008 BMW M3 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 M3 (339 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1970 Mercury Comet. (137 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1970 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW M3 weights approximately 180 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.
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, 2008 BMW M3 (365 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mercury Comet. (319 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW M3 | 1970 Mercury Comet | |
Make | BMW | Mercury |
Model | M3 | Comet |
Year Released | 2008 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3246 cc | 4942 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 339 HP | 137 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 365 Nm | 319 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2800 mm |