1967 Mercury Montclair vs. 2011 Audi RS3
To start off, 2011 Audi RS3 is newer by 44 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 6,722 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Mercury Montclair is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi RS3 (335 HP) has 10 more horse power than 1967 Mercury Montclair. (325 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi RS3 should accelerate faster than 1967 Mercury Montclair.
Because 2011 Audi RS3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Mercury Montclair. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi RS3 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 (602 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Audi RS3. (450 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1967 Mercury Montclair will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Audi RS3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Mercury Montclair | 2011 Audi RS3 | |
| Make | Mercury | Audi |
| Model | Montclair | RS3 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6722 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 335 HP |
| Torque | 602 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
