1967 Mercury Montclair vs. 2004 Audi S3
To start off, 2004 Audi S3 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Mercury Montclair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Mercury Montclair would be higher. At 6,989 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Mercury Montclair is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Mercury Montclair (340 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 2004 Audi S3. (222 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Mercury Montclair should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi S3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi S3 weights approximately 63 kg more than 1967 Mercury Montclair.
Because 2004 Audi S3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Mercury Montclair. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Audi S3 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, 1967 Mercury Montclair (626 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 346 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi S3. (280 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1967 Mercury Montclair will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi S3.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Mercury Montclair | 2004 Audi S3 | |
Make | Mercury | Audi |
Model | Montclair | S3 |
Year Released | 1967 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6989 cc | 1779 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 222 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 626 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1423 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2530 mm |